Question regarding the M4A2 Flak helmet

[bldrhouse]

I've just acquired one of these and asking what was worn underneath it?

Was it a cloth helmet like the AN-H-15 below, or similar, or was there another hardshell helmet or helmet liner worn underneath?

 

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My M4A2 and a cloth helmet I am considering to add to the display head

 

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[72psb]

I believe they were donned when over flak filled skies. So whatever was being worn, cloth or leather, that's what would be underneath.

[dmar836]

Agreed. No special under wear indicated. In flak filled skies, I would need special underwear but that's a different story.

[bldrhouse]

ok, thanks.  I have not received this yet, so could not tell if needed underneath

[dmar836]

Yeah, no suspension. Just a smooth inner lining.

Best,

Dave

[The Rooster]

I'm guessing it would depend on how cold it would be at altitude?

Low level in the Pacific Theater ?... cloth flight helmet. Baseball cap?

High altitude something else.