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Headwear - Combat Vehicle Crewman's Helmet

Helmet

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Helmet

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Helmet

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Can you reuse this media without permission? No (with exceptions, see below)

Conditions of use

All rights reserved

This media item is licensed under "All rights reserved". You cannot share (i.e. copy, distribute, transmit) or rework (i.e. alter, transform, build upon) this item, or use it for commercial purposes without the permission of the copyright owner. However, an exception can be made if your intended use meets the "fair dealing" criteria. Uses that meet this criteria include research or study; criticism or review; parody or satire; reporting news; enabling a person with a disability to access material; or professional advice by a lawyer, patent attorney, or trademark attorney.

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Historical information

The American -made Combat Vehicle Crewman's helmet was worn by crewmembers requiring access to a vehicle's communication system. The helmet was intended to offer head protection inside the vehicle but it did provide some protection against shrapnel.

Physical description

Khaki coloured helmet with chinstrap. Lined inside with black padding, it has built in earphones with attachments and plug connection and a small mounted microphone.

Inscriptions & markings

NIL GENTEX CARBON DALE P.A. 18407

Subjects

Identifier

2024.278

Production methods

mass produce

Languages

English

Materials

Fibreglass, Metal, fabric, plastic

Measurements

Length: 30 centimetres, Width: 27 centimetres, Height: 22 centimetres

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Victorian Collections

https://victoriancollections.net.au/items/67b549c49d166bda6ae25edd

Accessed 31 May 2025

This record was last updated one month ago

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