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

Friday, August 22, 2008

Soviet Union Ssh36 Steel Helmet of WWII

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More than simply men kissing men... its the Ssh36 helmet of WWII Just when you thought it was safe to mothball your nukes... ...
Wednesday, August 13, 2008

Anchors Aweigh

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Here's a little sea story for you. Pictures, and text, of how I sometimes spend my vacation time. I hope you enjoy the side trip. This ...
Tuesday, August 5, 2008

U.S. 3rd Armored Division M1 helmet liner

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tenth, and last, in a series of tanker helmet posts Well now, after all of those tanker lids, isn't this a refreshing treat? Here...
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Sunday, August 3, 2008

British MkII - Royal Armoured Corps

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ninth in a series of tanker helmet posts Hard as it may be for you to believe, but I was unable to find a period photograph of this helmet...
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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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