Original U.S. Military Academy West Point Shako Helmet - Circa 1915 Military Flare Guns Reaction to the drab model

Reaction to the drab model was generally positive over the years

which used a nitrated linen or paper cartridge

The bolt moves freely

were generally carried in saddle holsters

The Welsh Horse Yeomanry was raised on 18 August 1914 in South Wales by the Glamorganshire T

Original U.S. Military Academy West Point Shako Helmet - Circa 1915 Military Flare Guns Reaction to the drab modelOriginal Item: Only One Available. This a very nice example of an early 20th century West Point cadets parade shako. It is missing the plume (very common). The front brass badge reads Duty, Honor, Country, West Point, MDCCC, USMA. Leather liner reads has faded gold embossed maker information. West Point, New York is the home of the United States Military Academy. The stiff patent leather peak retains the brass edging and the Academy brass helmet plate