United Kingdom. A Boer War Period British Army Pith Helmet, C.1900 Auction Archive During the First War he

During the First War he flew in the German Asia Corps in support of Turkish forces

his right leg had to be amputated

and Selected Marine Corps Reserve Medal (in bronze

until July 19th

He is credited with having signed two Attestation Papers

United Kingdom. A Boer War Period British Army Pith Helmet, C.1900 Auction Archive During the First War heThis 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