Historical information
While slouch hats were common, the destructive power of modern warfare made steel helmets essential.
Australia produced its own versions, copies of the British Mark II (Brodie helmet) initially, then the deeper-bowled Mark III ("turtle" helmet) by 1944 for better side protection. Worn alongside the slouch hat, especially in Europe and later in the Pacific, for active combat protection.
Physical description
Khaki in colour, dark brown leather plastic coated canvas inserts, the chin strap is missing.
Inscriptions & markings
Nil.
