Original WWI U.S. Marine Corps Named M1917 Dress Blue Enlisted Bell Crown Visor Cap British Helmets The men of the 91st

The men of the 91st Infantry Division fought to liberate Italy from the evils of Fascism

But very solid and supple

it is thought by historians that the Schutzschild was produced around mid to late 1915

The Cap Device is made of crudely stamped brass sheeting

The plaque dates to at least 1947 and was more than likely made just before the Korean War

Original WWI U.S. Marine Corps Named M1917 Dress Blue Enlisted Bell Crown Visor Cap British Helmets The men of the 91stOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice condition, U. S. Marine Corps Dress M1917 Blue "Bell Crown" visor cap, intended to be worn by Enlisted Men for dress and parade occasions. The name comes from the pronounced flare out towards the top of the cap. This cap is constructed of wool fabric stretched over a wicker inner frame. The cap features a brown leather brim, supported by pressed paper or fabric. The red piping trim was added when