The Netherlands M16A Helmet
A lot of information can be found in the book: "The Dutch Steel Helmet 1916-1946" written by Kevin de Joode.
He writes the Netherlands army started the design of a helmet in 1916, based on the french Adrian helmet.
However the were not completely satisfied with the french helmet and the came up with their own design.
note the small hole in the high side of the helmet, intended for air circulation.
Present only in the M16A
This picture shows the helmet has 3 strap slots
See the name scratched into the paint: "VEEN", possible the name of the owner.
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