US Army colonial helmet

Description

Helmet made from cork or plant fibers, covered with fabric to protect the head from the sun. Central ventilation and side eyelets. One size fits all (size 59 max.) The American helmet (also known as the American colonial helmet, safari helmet, tropical helmet, sun helmet, elephant helmet or pressed-fiber helmet) is a sun protection helmet made of pressed fibers. It has been used as headgear by many corps of the United States Armed Forces, from 1934 to the present day. As of 2017, the helmet continues to be worn by cadres of the US Marine Corps, as an icon.