Original WWI French Model 1870 Enlisted Trooper’s Cuirassier Helmet with Horsehair Tail Fusee Spring & Cover the Government alerted citizens to

the Government alerted citizens to the presence of enemy spies and saboteurs lurking just below the surface of American society

This marking indicates issue to the 167th (1st Upper Alsatian) Infantry Regiment

The model and date information is listed on the barrel knoxform

Notable features of this particular example include:

Original WWI French Model 1870 Enlisted Trooper’s Cuirassier Helmet with Horsehair Tail Fusee Spring & Cover the Government alerted citizens toOriginal Item: Only One Available. A fine example of a WWI period Model 1870 French Cuirassier Enlisted Troopers Helmet. The helmet is comprised of a steel body with brass fittings, black horsehair tail, red horsehair tuft on marmouset. The helmet is all original, and comes with correct red feather plume, which might possibly be a later addition. The original leather lining is intact, but shows signs of wear from honest use and storage over the