Original German WWII Army Heer M40 Single Decal Steel Helmet - SE62 British Militaria There are also markings on

There are also markings on the handle

" Coppen's Zouaves were at Gettysburg

Also "80" appears under the "A" indicating the year of manufacture to be 1880

Most importantly

The waxed carton was found useful by soldiers to start small fires in which to boil water for coffee or cocoa

Original German WWII Army Heer M40 Single Decal Steel Helmet - SE62 British Militaria There are also markings onOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice all original example of a German WWII M40 helmet, issued to the Heer (Army). This stamped sheet steel construction helmet retains much of its original paint but does show wear and use. The left side of the helmet features a Heer eagle decal, which is retained about 80%, with damage from wear and use. All three liner retaining pins are intact. The interior of the helmet still has the original M31