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Strictly for decoration. Military hats and helmets have been decorated since they existed. Sometimes they're decorated with feathers, sometimes engraved with animals (Lions, Tigers, and Bears), sometimes with stars or other symbols. The M1 steel helmet (steel pot) of the Vietnam War was decorated with GI writing...called graffiti.
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Why did the World War I German helmets have a spike on the top of it?
The spike on the German Pickelhaube helmet was decorative in nature. It was supposed to symbolize the aggressive nature of the German fighting force. The spike or "Spitze" had no real combat use. The spike actually became a problem during the war, as French, British, and U.S. soldiers could sometimes see the spike in the trenches and would aim to hit it with gunfire. This helmet was later replaced because it was made primarily of leather and did not offer suitable protection during this first modern war.
When were pickelhaubes worn?
Pickelhaubes or the leather helmets with metal spike on top were the normal head gear for the German Army. The firstPickelhaubes were first worn in the 1840's.During WW1 it was worn through out the army for both parade dress and field use. There was a cloth cover that was worn over the helmet in the field to provide some protection to the leather. The Model 1915 had a detachable spike so that enemy troops would not locate the position of the wearer while in the trenches. The medical staff of the German army forced the recommended disbanding the Pickelhaube due to fatalies cause by head wounds. The Model 1916 steel helmet was introduced which became the new standard for the German Army up through WW2. Artillery units wore a pickelhaube that had a ball on top. Recommended link with photos of examples: http://www.pickelhauben.net/pickelhaube.htm
How do you pronounce pickelhaube?
The subtleties of German pronunciation are difficult to translate phonetically via the printed word, but to get you in the ball park with the correct, German pronunciation:Pickle-Howb'uh, with a slight "uh" or "R" sound at the end, is close.
What was a German pickelhaube?
It was a spiked helmet used by the Prussian and later German armies. It was first used in the 19th century and its use in the German army stopped after WW1.
What is the NAME of this cartoon character.The German pilot with his Pickelhaube-picked helmet?
Borris. His wife/gf was Natasha. They were from the Rocky and Bullwinkle show.
What are German army helmets made outt of?
Modern US army helmets are made from Kevlar.
Why were Germans called Kraut Krauthead Jerry Huns?
The terms "Kraut," "Krauthead," "Jerry," and "Huns" were derogatory nicknames used by Allied forces during World War I and World War II to refer to Germans. "Kraut" and "Krauthead" originated from the German word for cabbage, "Sauerkraut," which was a common food associated with German culture. "Jerry" is thought to have derived from the German soldiers' helmets, known as "pickelhaube," which resembled a jar. "Huns" was used to evoke images of the barbaric Huns led by Attila, implying a ruthless and aggressive nature.
Where could one find a German paratrooper helmet for sale?
You can buy them from www.Fallschirmjager.Biz he makes excellent replica Fallschirmjager (Paratrooper), German and American Helmets, mainly around the Airborne troops and offers custom painting of existing helmets as well as providing genuine and replica helmets.
What is the soldier's helmet called during World War 1?
The the beginning of the war (from 1914 to about late to mid 1915) the German army used a hard leather helmet called the Pickelhaube. However, in late 1915 or early 1916, the German army began replacing the Pickelhaube with the Stahlhelm, which was mad of steel. It was much more protective against shrapnel, shell fragments, etc.The Germans used the Stahlhelm in WWII, but it was a little smaller than the original version.Hope I helped!
Does black German Kriegsmarine helmets from World War 2 exist?
no they dont
What Year did Irish and German Immmigration spike to the US?
1844-1855
Did German officers of World War 2 wear helmets?
not all the time they only wore helmets in combat but they were hardly ever in combat so yes they did
