United Kingdom. A Late 19th Century Scottish Fireman's Helmet, by Jas. Hendry Ltd Archive with a correct replacement ribbon

with a correct replacement ribbon and swords

the lid bearing an inscription of “LUFTSCHUTZ-EHRENZEICHEN 2

for their gallant behaviour

Manila American Cemetery at Fort Bonifacio

the Treaty of Paris saw France formally cede Canada

United Kingdom. A Late 19th Century Scottish Fireman's Helmet, by Jas. Hendry Ltd Archive with a correct replacement ribbonA distinctive 19th century Scottish (or British) firemans helmet made of hardened black leather on brass with a high comb crest running from front to back and a long rear brim to shed water, reinforce the leather shell, and to deflect falling debris; this style was popularized by Edinburgh fire chief James Braidwood in the 1830s and spread to brigades across Britain. With a long rear neck guard, the extended back brim helped direct water and debris