The case containing Pvt Holbrooks Steel helmet which is complete with its liner & chinstrap and in VGC, his sidecap or overseas cap, his first aid bag with hand sewn Red Cross to the front, his folding fork & spoon and his Gas ointment in its metal tube. A khaki cloth bag for personal effects and a patterned bag with a Letter " H" to the front, Also his leather 1918 gaiters and a number of shirt collars for wear under the tunic, all maker marked and made in USA...... A boot/gaiter lace pull and lastly an original termination letter dated February 1919 from John J. Holbrock, Wagoner Infantry, Cas Co 2996, signed R. R Lewis, Captain Infantry Commanding. It read in part from GHQ, AEF... My Fellow Soldiers, Now that your service with the AEF is terminate , I can not let you go without a word. At the call to Arms the young manhood of America eagerly responded etce , etc, Whether keeping a lonely vigil in the trenches or gallantly storming the enemies stronghold , you have turned the tide into an over whelming victory, etc etc. In leaving the scene of your victories, may I ask that you carry home your high ideals, and continue to live as you have served, with honor.

It is with pride in our success that I extend to you my sincere thanks for your splendid service to the army and the nation.. A time capsule and a most interesting Museum quality lot. The item "WW1 US ARMY SOLDIER LOT IN, CONNECTICUT SUITCASE, ALL ORIGINAL, HELMET CAP ETC" is in sale since Sunday, January 19, 2020.

This item is in the category "Collectables\Militaria\World War I (1914-1918)\Helmets/ Hats". The seller is "winston-churchill" and is located in Lincoln . This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Conflict: World War I (1914-1918)
• Clothing Type: Helmets/ Hats