Germany, SS. A Waffen-SS EM/NCO’s M43 Field Cap, Italian-Made, by Berven Republic of The family later immigrated to

The family later immigrated to Canada and settled in Carleton Place

measuring 420 mm in length when inserted into the scabbard

similar to the Feldgendarmerie’s role among front soldiers

Instituted 18 January 1851 by King Friedrich Wilhelm IV

Germany, SS. A Waffen-SS EM/NCO’s M43 Field Cap, Italian-Made, by Berven Republic of The family later immigrated to(Waffen SS Einheitsfeldmtze M43). A well preserved Waffen SS EM NCOs M43 field cap, constructed of field grey wool. The cap is fully surrounded by fold down side panels, scalloped at the front, providing optional ear and neck protection to the wearer. When not in use, the panels are rolled up and secured in place at the front with two pebbled non magnetic metal buttons which emanate from the right panel and meet an equal number of reinforced