Original WWII U.S. Navy MK-2 "Talker" Flak Gunners Helmet Ancient The main spring is strong

The main spring is strong

The 307th spent the first week of April picking up their new P-51s from Africa and moving to San Severo

The original liner was able to be removed

this style of belt was in use right up until 1952 when Queen Elizabeth took over

Truly one of the most comprehensive WWII photos albums we have ever encountered and the only that documents the battle of Luzon

Original WWII U.S. Navy MK-2 "Talker" Flak Gunners Helmet Ancient The main spring is strongOriginal Item: Only One Available. The MkII "Talker" helmet was developed in 1942 for naval personnel, allowing communications headgear to be easily worn under the helmet. It was a very large and somewhat ungainly helmet to wear though it did serve its purpose very well. It was designed to accommodate wearing headphones for Radiomen or anyone using shipboard sound powered phones. The Mk 2 was manufactured by the McCord Radiator Company in Detroit