Liner, Helmet, M1, WESTINGHOUSE, Green A Washers, Pvt. Kenneth Billman

Nice genuine WWII US M1 helmet liner, of the synthetic resin-coated, compressed-fiber type manufactured by Westinghouse. The outer surface retains most of its original paint. Name Billman has been painted on the front.

Khaki cotton web suspension, russet leather sweatband, and OD-painted A washers. Name Billman has been engraved on the leather sweatband and laundry number B0832 has been handwritten on the suspension.

Very good overall condition.

Kenneth Yost Billman was born on September 28, 1919 in Weatherly, Pennsylvania and joined the US Army on September 4, 1946 (ASN 43060832). He served with the Casualty Detachment of 9223rd Transportation Service Unit, was discharged on March 30, 1947 and passed away on March 8, 1972.

https://aad.archives.gov/aad/record-detail.jsp?dt=893&mtch=1&tf=F&q=43060832&bc=&rpp=10&pg=1&rid=8463358

https://fr.findagrave.com/memorial/202734061/kenneth-y-billman

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