This is a remarkably crisp m35 double decal kriegsmarine helmet. In total there are 3 parts, part 3 has recently been released. German wwii model 1938 double decal paratrooper helmet. The american airborne troops used the same m1 helmet as the rest of the army and marine corps. Helmets of this type being fitted with cloth chinstraps were used in most of the famous actions of the british paratroopers during ww2. Consign your wwii german helmets or other military items with us today. Lot numbers database the attached link gives you access to a database of helmet lot numbers which i have started in 2006. Why did paratroopers in world war ii have different helmets. Weve made a small selection of the best fallschirmjager books german. Daytona helmets skull cap german grey carbon fiber. Shell q64 liner size 56 with all pinswashers in place never replaced all pins tongs flat never bent twice. Mar 16, 20 we specialize in reproduction german ww2 heer army, luftwaffe, kriegsmarine and ss, from enlisted man to officers we stock a wide range of ww2 german military helmets, field gear, uniforms, visors. C,o, by karl veltze, 368 pages, 1250 color and bw photos. The helmets in this list are all authentic ww2 helmets, i checked each and every one of them and many have been posted on the german helmet walhalla forum.
M38 german paratrooper helmet liner new condition early war cream tan. German war helmet 100% original ww ii german helmets. Former paratrooper recalls wwii incident that led to beer fame. The publishers other extremely worthy efforts include a companion book on the. This is a grouping which came direct from a german auction house in nov 2007.
In the 367 pages of this second of the projected three volumes of german paratroopers uniforms and equipment 19361945 the author, karl veltze, not only takes a very detailed look at the fallschirmjager helmets more than a third of this volume is dedicated to them, but also deals with the paratroopers special equipment gasmask bags, hand grenade bags, ammunition bandoleers, medic. The longawaited second volume of german paratroopers covers in detail the development of the many pieces of equipment used by the german paratroopers from the early days to the last days of the third reich, describing the characteristics of the various models. German paratrooper helmets fallschirmjager replication and. What are those world war ii collectibles really worth. In the 367 pages of this second of the projected three volumes of german paratroopers uniforms and equipment 19361945 the author, karl veltze, not only takes a very detailed look at the fallschirmjager helmets more than a third of this volume is dedicated to them, but also deals with the paratroopers special. German helmets that had been buried for 100 years and were found in the haul was found and dug up in france after reading letters of a wwi soldier best militaria images on wwi helmets 28 images best militaria images on wwi helmets, best images about militaria on the army, 17 best images about german army wwi on german, best.
It consists of one bulgarian cross, one unknown ribbon in white and gold, one german campaign in russia medal, one war merit cross in bronze with swords, one cut kreta sleeve band and one iron cross second class. In the early photos it is not uncommon to see 34 different helmets being worn by various troopers in the same photograph. This is a dedicated website geared toward the collector or military historian. German paratroopers, uniforms and equipment, 19361945, volume 2. This book concludes the threevolume series covering world war iiera german paratroopers and their uniforms and equipment. Initially, the operational history of the german airborne forces between 1936 and 1945 is summarized. It has had the national shield period removed as per 1940. World war supply german ww2 m38 normandy paratrooper fallschirmjager helmet textured multi color camouflage with wire 16wws 5. This item is in the category collectibles\militaria\ww ii 193945\reproductions\germany. The main difference from standard combat helmets is that paratrooper helmets have a different harness and lining to withstand impact when jumping from aircraft and to keep the helmet stable in flight, and most have a lowerprofile shell to reduce wind resistance. German paratroopers volume 1 3 zeughaus verlag gmbh. Former paratrooper recalls wwii incident that led to beer.
The book does little to arm the beginning collector with practical knowledge in being able to tell original from reproduction however there has been no written work produced to equal history of the german steel helmet insofar as the. Lot time life the third reich 1st printing complete set of 21 wwii books ex. Karl veltze in the 368 pages of this second of the projected three volumes of german paratroopers uniforms and equipment 19361945 the author, karl veltze, not. This trend is evident in about 90 percent of m35 specimens analyzed. The paratrooper helmet was different than any other helmet employed by the german armed forces. A good deal of the book is composed of civil helmets and german used helmets of other nationalities. The history of the german steel helmet 19161945 by ludwig baer plus german helmets 19331945 a collectors guide by terry goodapple and ron weinand. German wwii paratrooper m38 fallschirmjager helmet.
The baer book is a 1st edition 1985 print and considered the bible among collectors. Since wwi, the german military helmet has always been a distinct iconbeginning with the pickelhaube spiked combat helmet and transitioning to the various stahlhelm variants of wwii. Battle of normandy uniforms worn by allied and german soldiers. Statistically, kriegsmarine helmets are about ten times rarer than heer helmets and three times rarer than ss helmets, due to the small size of the german naval force and the relatively lesser need for steel helmets. Only the eisenhuttenwerke thale et factory made fallschirmjager helmets, late war helmet have the ckl stamp instead of et. Soldaten fallen vom himmel walter gericke, hauptmann in einem fallschirmjagerregiment schutzen verlag berlin, 1940, 120 pages. Volume 2 of a 3 part series on the uniforms and equipment of the german. From 1955 to 1961, the west german paratroopers tried no less than 12 different styles of experimental steel helmets with various types of liners. Over 160 images from the files of the bundesarchiv in germany, the overwhelming majority shown for the first time in print since world war ii. All other dates on canteen, cup, and straps are wartime. German paratroopers volume 2 helmets, equipment and weapons. Apr 16, 2012 from 1955 to 1961, the west german paratroopers tried no less than 12 different styles of experimental steel helmets with various types of liners.
A good deal of the book is composed of civil helmets and germanused helmets of other nationalities. Reproductions of varying quality have increasing appeared on the market. Specialised books for the serious student of conflict. Most importantly, this volume covers details about. We specialize in reproduction german ww2 heer army, luftwaffe, kriegsmarine and ss, from enlisted man to officers we stock a wide range of ww2 german military helmets, field gear, uniforms, visors. Many times german paratroopers risked their own lives to save wounded allied soldiers, while under fire. They are costly but extremely informative, illustrated and educational.
Pocher, the standard et and the ef factoryspecific decal. While the m2 was by no means a perfect helmet, it still was the predominate helmet among paratroopers. Apr 04, 2015 when m2s were not available, regular fixed bail helmets and in the later stages of the war the new swivel bail helmets which were replacing the old fixed bail helmet were substituted. A paratrooper helmet is a type of combat helmet used by paratroopers and airborne forces. German wwii model 42 single decal army combat helmet. This list presents 20 uniforms worn by the allied and german soldiers during the battle of normandy, ranging from helmets to combat boots, to jackets and belts.
Not that im implying that paratroopers have brains of sand. The design was a copy from the m35 helmet but the visor and earguards were removed. This time, the contents cover those topics not included in the previous volumes. Karl veltze uniforms and equipment 1936 1945 the books will be indispensable. It also details specific equipment such as gasmask bags, grenade bags, ammunition bandoleers, etc. The shells are comparable to originals in weight, shape and thickness, with liners being properly made with aluminum bands, thick foam padding and quality leather. Book german camouflaged helmets of the second world war volume 2. Use a good german paratrooper book as a basis for choosing your eagle as there are several types and you want the eagle to mach the period of the helmet.
Speranza was at the base to visit paratroopers with the 1st battalion, 501st infantry regiment, and to be a special guest at. German helmets for sale military collectibles for sale. Both in excellent condition only showing minor shelf wear. German wwii model 40 single decal luftwaffe helmet. Contact uswe welcome all emails, and happily respond to every email we receive, usually within 24 hours. They illustrate the appearance of german paratroopers from their beginnings in. Looks great comes complete with liner and chin with replacement decals and elastic chin strap. During the period 194041 we see three different decals found on ef m40 army helmets. I n the 367 pages of this second of the projected three volumes of german paratroopers uniforms and equipment 19361945 the author, karl veltze, not only takes a very detailed look at the fallschirmjager helmets more than a third of this volume is dedicated to them, but also deals with the paratroopers special equipment gasmask bags, hand. M35 ww2 german steel helmet best replica collect able helmets field gray. Most japanese world war ii military souvenirs are not as sought after and thus not as valuable. German paratroopers uniforms and equipment 19361945.
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In the 368 pages of this second of the projected three volumes of german paratroopers uniforms and equipment 19361945 the author, karl veltze, not only takes a very detailed look at the fallschirmjager helmets more than a third of this volume is dedicated to them, but also deals with the paratroopers special. Complete ww2 german paratrooper fallschirmjager uniform. Hard to tell without provenance if this was used by the afrika korps in the africa campaign or later in the italian campaign but the camouflage is. Is it true that the german paratroopers took no prisoners. Book about german paratroopers espenlaub militaria. Buy books, booklets, manuals at espenlaub militaria. Chinstraps are made from the correct greycolored soft leather with original. Helmet has no decals, with aluminum rivets unpainted, and white cloth over. How effective were the german paratroopers in world war two. German paratroopers volume 2 helmets, equipment and weapons by karl veltze new. Veltze, karl german paratroopers uniforms and equipment 1936 1945. Printed mostly full page and showing details of various uniforms and equipment, helmets with various painted camouflage schemes, wire and covers. German paratroopers uniforms and equipment 1936 1945.
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