Portugal. A First War Portuguese Model 1916 Helmet certificate_of_authenticity and finally one month at

and finally one month at a Navigation School

for exceptionally outstanding conduct in the performance of meritorious service to the United States

marked with an "H" (Huguenin) and marked "0

Predominant Historian Frank Heukemes refers to this badge in his book “German Awards of World War II - The General Assault Badge” as the badge by “Unknown Maker #10”

During the course of World War Two a total of 869 Oakleaves were awarded to German servicemen

Portugal. A First War Portuguese Model 1916 Helmet certificate_of_authenticity and finally one month atA fine example of the rare Portuguese Model 1916 Helmet, in thin stamped steel, presenting the recognizable ribbed design on the crown with ventilation holes around the brim, the interior presents several grommets where a sweatband would have been and the connection for the chin strap (both missing). The helmet measures 313mm (l) x 259 mm (w) x 132 mm (h), exhibiting wear and rusting throughout, missing the interior components, remains near very fine