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

WWII steel helmet which has been painted dark green.

Inscriptions & markings

Nil.