US M1 front seam swivel bale helmet named Mason, Earl H. 34202100 KIA 12.12.1950 Korea
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US M1 front seam swivel bale helmet with IMP liner named Mason, Earl H. 34202100. Earl was born in 1911 and enlisted 9 April 1942. According to research Earl Mason was captured by the Germans and imprisoned in Stalag 3A and Oflag 3-6 Luckenwalde, Brandenburg, Prussia. The helmet is in good condition and retains its original liner and both straps. The helmet is a typical late war example. Interestingly other research shows that Earl H Mason was killed in action serving with 31st Infantry Regiment 7th Infantry Division on 12 December 1950 in Korea. He is remembered on the Wall of Rememberance at the UNMCK.
Nice helmet with a good base for further research!
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