German Military Helmet

The insignia on this helmet had the word “Koenig” an indicator that the wear was among a group of sharpshooters. The inscription reads “For God and Fatherland.” This helmet was given to Joe Nislar, a boy scout in 1916 for his sales of Liberty Bonds for World War I. The style of this helmet conveys power and demands respect.

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New York Hat Company

Date: 1916

Gift of Mildred Nislar (Mrs. Joe), TTU-H1975-256-009