United Kingdom. A Boer War Period British Army Pith Helmet, C.1900 GTRexclude ‘This soldier was hit on

‘This soldier was hit on the head by a piece of enemy shrapnel and instantly killed

officially impressed (VETY

he stated that "I bequeath all my personal estate to my mother

176 Combat Regiment

It scored a total of 34 victories against enemy planes

United Kingdom. A Boer War Period British Army Pith Helmet, C.1900 GTRexclude ‘This soldier was hit onThis is a very well preserved British Army Boer War period pith helmet, constructed of a cork shell with a tan coloured canvas twill exterior lining. The helmet has a partially protruding front visor and rear neck protector. Wrapped around the helmet is a fully intact puggaree, constructed of tan coloured cotton twill, which can be unwound and wrapped around the wearers face and neck to provide protection from the sun. The left side of the helmet