Original U.S. Moro Rebellion Era US Army Artillery Model 1902 Service Cap - Size 6 ⅞ Spanish Helmets What sets this example apart

What sets this example apart from the rest of our snider is the excellent condition

Designed for use by WW2 paratroopers and commando units

apparently caused by the band spring

Atop Pointe du Hoc

Original U.S. Moro Rebellion Era US Army Artillery Model 1902 Service Cap - Size 6 ⅞ Spanish Helmets What sets this example apartOriginal Item: Only One Available. The dress helmets, both mounted and dismounted, were eliminated in 1902. In their place, the Army issued a new dress cap with a flared crown and a band with branch colored stripes. The visor and chinstrap were made of black enameled leather, and a gilt branch insignia was worn on the front. Like the dress coat, the new dress cap was nothing more than the old forage cap given a new status. The service hat was also