Original U.S. Indian Wars Musician’s M-1881 Blue Cloth Spiked Pith Helmet - Scarce Russian Air Force issued a Presidential Directive recognizing

issued a Presidential Directive recognizing the Green Beret as the "Symbol of Excellence" and the official headgear of Special Forces

From 20 January 1941

Unknown cuff rank insignia

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Year of Manufacture: between 1887-1894

Original U.S. Indian Wars Musician’s M-1881 Blue Cloth Spiked Pith Helmet - Scarce Russian Air Force issued a Presidential Directive recognizingOriginal Item. Only One Available. Much like our European cousins in the 1880s, the U. S. Army started to adopt spiked pith helmets, often in white, with all brass mounts and occasionally plumes. These saw active service in the Spanish American War of 1898 especially in the tropical climate in Cuba. This is not the type of helmet that was worn in the field, but instead one intended for use with the "dress" uniform for ceremonial occasions. It is