Helmet worn by Peter L. Robinson, Sr. during World War I

ca. 1917

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Washington, D.C., United States

Steel helmet with leather chin strap and headband. The exterior circumference of the headband fits inside of the helmet and is made of leather. There are slits every inch, in which cylindrical beads are inserted. The top portion is lined with a white burlap material and netting. The interior is lined with a shiny black fabric.

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Title: Helmet worn by Peter L. Robinson, Sr. during World War I
Date Created: ca. 1917
Physical Dimensions: H x W: 5 x 11 1/2 x 12 in. (12.7 x 29.2 x 30.5 cm)
Subject Keywords: World War, 1914-1918, Clothing and dress, Military
Medium: steel, leather, burlap, string and net

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture

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