A 1942 Wehrmacht Afrika Korps Pith Helmet Newly Listed he was invalided and transferred

he was invalided and transferred "sick" to England

Bronze was selected as the appropriate metal for this medal

1944 and reverted to the rank of Private at his own request three days later

Footnote: The yellow color is indicative of Aviator troops (pilots and ground personnel) and Parachute troops

A 1942 Wehrmacht Afrika Korps Pith Helmet Newly Listed he was invalided and transferredA dated 1942, size 57, Wehrmacht Afrika Korps Summer helmet; solid construction with green felt exterior with red felt interior; dark leather band trim surrounding edge of helmet; matching leather chin strap; tan leather sweatband with maker marking R and post war marked Germany 7; interior held in place with period cotter pins; period use with only minimal cracking along the trim; interior and exterior show no mothing; overall shape near very fine.