For sale is an original German fire brigade helmet from the Second World War era (1939-45). The helmet is an authentic piece of militaria and would make a great addition to any collection. The item is in its original condition and is a true representation of the helmets used by the German fire brigade during that time period. The helmet has a unique design and is perfect for anyone interested in history or militaria.
The symbol on the helmet is a stylized "Edelweiss" emblem, which was commonly used by German mountain troops (Gebirgsjäger) during World War II. The Edelweiss flower is a traditional symbol of alpine regions and was adopted by these units to represent their specialization in mountain warfare. The presence of this symbol indicates that the helmet likely belonged to a member of the Gebirgsjäger troops.