Original British Zulu War 1877 Colonial Pattern Sun Helmet - Pith Helmet 20th Century The shoulder board was contained

The shoulder board was contained in a rear pocket of the quality genuine brown leather holster set which was fitted with two brass suspension rings and substantial belt loops for use with Sam Browne style Belt that is included

These are pieces he brought back from Germany at the end of WW2 as “war trophies” remembrances

It is so rare that it is not mentioned in any of the detailed studies of the Thompson

One size only

Original British Zulu War 1877 Colonial Pattern Sun Helmet - Pith Helmet 20th Century The shoulder board was containedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is the "classic" pattern of British sun helmet of the latter decades of the 19th century. The sun or "pith" helmet originated in India around the time of the Mutiny, but was only officially adopted in 1877 for general use by the British Army for use by all ranks serving in tropical locations including India and Africa. Known as the Foreign Service Helmet the helmet was made of cork and covered in white cloth.