Germany, HJ. A Set of Bann 565 Shoulder Boards Republic of The helmet is surrounded by

The helmet is surrounded by a reinforced brim providing partial protection from the elements

a position he was to hold until 1945

with the Roman College in the background

in with exterior fatigue evident

Journey from Halifax to New York (RCAF Train Berthing Card)

Germany, HJ. A Set of Bann 565 Shoulder Boards Republic of The helmet is surrounded by(HJ Schulterklappen). A matching set of HJ Bann 565 (Spittal) shoulder straps, each constructed of black rayon, trimmed with red piping, and bearing red embroidered numerals 83, one strap retaining a pebbled button bearing a raised Gefolgschaft numeral 18, both unmarked and measuring 38 mm (w) x 110 mm (l), in uniform removed and overall extremely fine condition.