Original U.S. Vietnam War Era 43rd M*A*S*H Korean-Made Boonie Hat for Lieutenant General James Hollingsworth - 43rd MASH was Inspiration for Show Russian Flare Guns but survived the attack

but survived the attack

which was very restive under the heavy fire

The fuse base on this example is actually marked with a Japanese date: 11 四 十 昭

On the left side there is usually a long belt hook

The barrel bears British Proof Marks around HN ( for Henry Nock) and LONDON

Original U.S. Vietnam War Era 43rd M*A*S*H Korean-Made Boonie Hat for Lieutenant General James Hollingsworth - 43rd MASH was Inspiration for Show Russian Flare Guns but survived the attackOriginal Item. One of a Kind. This is an outstanding Korean made Boonie hat made in theater for Lieutenant General James Francis Hollingsworth while he was serving as Commander of I Corps in Korea from 1973 1976. Hollingsworth was a Three Time Recipient Distinguished Service Cross, Four Distinguished Service Medals, Four Silver Stars, Three Legion of Merit Medals, Three Distinguished Flying Crosses, The Soldiers Medal, Four Bronze Stars for Valor,