Portugal. A First War Portuguese Model 1916 Helmet certificate_of_authenticity for exceptionally outstanding conduct in

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

The following Spring he signed his Officers' Declaration Paper on April 1

A Royal Naval Patrol Service Medal

202 mm x 231 mm)

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”

Portugal. A First War Portuguese Model 1916 Helmet certificate_of_authenticity for exceptionally outstanding conduct inA 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