Original U.S. WWII Paratrooper D-Day Normandy Invasion Clip On Luminous Disc Helmet Marker With Original Pouch 17th Century This example constructed from original

This example constructed from original parts on a new made solid receiver

The Überzug (cover) does appear to possibly be a later replacement and is in good condition with a few scattered holes

which has some splitting in the seam on the side

The inside of the helmet appears to be dated 14 for 1914

After their closure in 1964

Original U.S. WWII Paratrooper D-Day Normandy Invasion Clip On Luminous Disc Helmet Marker With Original Pouch 17th Century This example constructed from originalOriginal Item: Only One Available. In advance of the Normandy Invasion on June 6th, 1944, luminous discs were issued to American paratroopers so they could be identified easily by friendly troops. Typically fixed to the back of the M1 helmet by fastening to the helmet net, tied onto webbing or stitched onto the inside of the M42 jump jacket collar at the back so the wearer could pull his collar up to reveal the luminous disc. Designed to be used when