About this objectDark khaki coloured RAAF tin hat, with an oil cloth padded interior supported by rubber cushions, and a khaki cloth strap with a metal buckle.
There is painted white lettering around the exterior rim of the helmet, 'RAAF, 12442', and written on the inside rim is the name 'A.S. Wayling'.
PeriodWorld War II
Medium and MaterialsTin
Rubber
Oil-cloth
Paint
Metal
MeasurementsW: 285 mm
L: 310 mm
H: 140 mm
Subject and Association KeywordsWorld War 2
Subject and Association KeywordsHelmet
Subject and Association KeywordsHat
Subject and Association KeywordsAirforce
Subject and Association KeywordsRoyal Australian Air Force (RAAF)
Subject and Association KeywordsUniform Accessories