Canada, Dominion. A Mark II Brodie Steel Helmet, Type II, by the Canadian Motor Lamp Co., c. 1942 United Republic of 304th Engineers

304th Engineers

Emily Eliza Fairweather of Toronto

his medical records stating that he was "Well until two days ago when he had a severe chill with a pain across right chest - fever - headache - sore throat - cough  - felt very weak - lost appetite"

front cover with the engraved initials "G

the obverse bearing a central wreathed and crown monogram of King Albert I

Canada, Dominion. A Mark II Brodie Steel Helmet, Type II, by the Canadian Motor Lamp Co., c. 1942 United Republic of 304th EngineersA well preserved example of a Second War Period Mark II Brodie Steel Helmet, Type II. The outer semi matte olive drab painted metal shell is constructed of non magnetic manganese steel and features the rounded rim of the Type II variant. It is marked CL C for manufacture by the Canadian Motor Lamp Co. (Windsor, Ontario, Canada) as well as size stamped 77 and dated 1942. The chin strap is constructed of canvas with dual integrated springs for