WW2 helmet with post war paint and remains of insignia

[Flip74]

Hi all,

I got this helmet. It's a 1943 McCord (419C) with a liner from Firestone Tire & Rubber Company.

 

It's clear that the helmet was repainted post war.

 

Does anybody know to which units the 2 insignias could have belonged to? I see a huge hatchment / blazon on the side and a red / brownish diamond on the front.

I know they are only poor remains but maybe somebody has got an idea anyway.

Also what about the remains of the blue painting on the liner and on the helmet?

 

The helmet was bought in Germany.

 

Would be great to get your feedback

Thanks

Philipp

 

[sgtdorango]

Are there remains of white insignia on the other side of the helmet too?....mike

[Flip74]

Hi Mike,

No, there isn't anything. Could the front insignia be the one of the 5th Infantry Division?

 

Best regards

Philipp