WWII Office of Civil Defense Helmet with Designation "323"
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This helmet was constructed for the United States Government and used by the Office of Civil Defense (O.C.D) during World War II. The meaning of the numbers “323” is unknown.
| United States | World War II |
| Civil Helmet | |
| McCord Radiator and Manufacturing Company | |
| USH-96-0608 | |
