Original U.S. WWI Named Sun Helmet of Major General John F O’Ryan- The Rougnecks Category_MG 34 Accessories Following Germany's surrender

Following Germany's surrender

and the side plate disappeared in favor of the later side nail cups with new Pattern F bayonet catch

one all steel that was sometimes even nickel plated for parade use as well as a steel mounted dark leather scabbard referred to as a field scabbard that was intended for use in battle

bolt and a legal left-hand side plate along with other component parts- everything shown in the product photos

hand stitched to the cap

Original U.S. WWI Named Sun Helmet of Major General John F O’Ryan- The Rougnecks Category_MG 34 Accessories Following Germany's surrenderOriginal Items: Only One Set Available. Maj. Gen John F. O'Ryan was the Army's youngest division commander when he arrived in Europe and was the only National Guard general to remain in command throughout the War. After the War he was a founder of the American Legion and became prominent in the development of commercial aviation as a partner in Pan American Airways and President of Colonial Airlines. Later still, he was a candidate for Mayor of New