Mannie Gentile: Combat Helmets of the 20th Century

Meant primarially for beginners and experienced novices (like myself) this blog is an informal, sometimes satiric, exploration of the steel combat helmet and its role in identifying, inspiring, and protecting the G.I.s of various nations over the past 100 years. This is the book I thought I'd like to write but with a longer shelf-life, no editors, publishers, or art directors; just me and you. copyright 2024, Mannie Gentile

Sunday, June 29, 2008

Schutzmutze: The West German tanker's beret/helmet

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fourth in a series on tank helmet posts Of all the helmets in my collection, this one is my wife's favorite. For your consideration, th...
Sunday, June 22, 2008

Soviet tank crewman's helmet: Cold War era

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Third in a series of tank helmet posts This post is to celebrate Russia's Euro 2008 soccer victory over Sweden (2-0) last week in Innsb...
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Sunday, June 15, 2008

USA, Combat Vehicle Crewman's helmet - Vietnam

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second in a series of twelve I saw this scrawled on more than one barrack wall: As I slide down the long bannister of life I'll always r...
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Everybody seems to like me, even assholes that I have nothing in common with...I think that's because I'm such a good listener, and I have a keen sense of humor. So read this as if we were already friends, because we probably would be if you found your way here. Other stuff from me here: http://combathelmets.blogspot.com http://toysoldiersforever.blogspot.com
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