This is a German Model 1916 steel helmet used by the Irish Defense Forces during the Interwar period (1918-1939). The helmet features faded Defense Forces insignia on the front. The rest of the helmet is brown with a set of vent lugs on either side. On the inside is a German three pad liner. There is also a leather chinstrap attached to the shell by a set of lugs. On the left side of the helmet is a small 6 stamped into the shell, probably all that is left of the original German manufacturers stamp.

Country: Ireland	War Period: Interwar Period
Garment Type: Infantry Helmet	Year Made: 1916 — 1917
Identification: ILH-10-0411