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USMC WW1 and WW2 Helmets "Steel Pots"

At the start of the Second World War, a variation of WW1 Kelley helmets were still used. As the war escalated, the new M1 "steel pot" helmet and liner was issued. The Marines in battle were recognized and distinguishable by the reversible frog skin camouflage helmet covers they wore.

The M1 "steel pot" helmets were of better design than the WW1 Kelley helmets. The M1 helmet offered more protection for its wearer. The M1 helmets were designed to protect the soldier or Marines' head from incoming shrapnel or debris. They were not made to be bullet proof. Helmets of the past such as the M1 helmet and those of today are not meant to be bullet proof, but only provide necessary protection to the head of its wearer.



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