Useful Resources

The project “100(0) Key Documents” introduces 20th-century German and Russian/Soviet history and the current state of research on these topics, using selected text, image, audio, and video documents.

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Historical reenactment group portraying the 3rd Company, Panzergrenadier Regiment 60.

Overview of German civilian and municipal helmet styles.

Comprehensive guide to German helmet decals, their types, and authentication.

Information about the German Helmet Vault site and its curator.

A detailed explanation of WW2 German helmet liners (M31/M38).

Kriegsmarine admiral rank insignia and naval officer identification.

Afghan military use of German-style helmets, postwar period.

Rucksack bag used with the A-frame carrier.

A-frame pack carriers and associated rucksacks.

German A-frame pack carrier construction and use.

Comprehensive collector's guide to Waffen-SS belt buckles, covering variants, manufacturers, reproduction detection, and valuation.

Research site dedicated to gas masks and NBC equipment from various nations and eras.

Comprehensive guide to Allgemeine-SS and Waffen-SS general officer collar tabs.

WWII US forces reenactment group portraying American infantry units.

Metal ammunition containers Models 34 and 41.

Rifle and pistol ammunition pouch variations.

Standard ammunition pouches for rifle cartridges.

Comprehensive guide to the Anti-Partisan War Badge in Bronze, Silver, and Gold grades.

Biographical information on German Army Generalfeldmarschalls.

German Army general officer Larisch-style collar tabs identification guide.

Detailed study of the Army Paratrooper Badge manufactured by C. E. Juncker.

Model 25 cavalry saddle construction and components.

Cavalry saddle accessories, bags, and attachments.

Dutch museum preserving Atlantic Wall fortifications and artifacts at Hoek van Holland.

Analysis of the Australian MKII helmet, covering Commonwealth variants and distinctive markings.

Austrian Gendarmerie helmets based on German designs, postwar use.

Austrian adoption of the M17 helmet design for postwar use.

Austro-Hungarian Berndorfer helmet, experimental WWI design.

Austro-Hungarian M17 helmet, main steel helmet of the Austro-Hungarian forces.

Forum for Axis related items and to a lesser extent other nations and conflicts.

Information on Railway Protection and Technical Emergency Corps helmets.

Belgian museum dedicated to the Battle of the Bulge and the Malmedy Massacre.

German bayonets, fighting knives, and edged weapons.

Overview of the Bund Deutscher Mädel (League of German Girls), the female youth organization in Nazi Germany.

Comprehensive guide to BDM badges, insignia, and awards.

Biographical information on key BDM leaders and notable members.

Reference guide to BDM-related books, magazines, and publications.

Collection of original BDM documents including membership cards and certificates.

BDM involvement in Eastern occupied territories during WWII.

Official BDM handbook with rules, regulations, and organizational information.

Collection of leadership training pamphlets for BDM leaders.

Uniform regulations and variations for BDM leadership ranks.

Collection of BDM magazines and periodicals including Das Deutsche Mädel.

Detailed breakdown of the organizational hierarchy and structure of the BDM.

Overview of BDM activities during peacetime including sports, cultural events, and community service.

First-hand accounts and memoirs from former BDM members.

Political indoctrination materials used in the BDM.

Collection of BDM printed materials including pamphlets and handbooks.

Collection of BDM recruitment and propaganda posters.

Materials from regional BDM commands across Germany.

Collection of BDM songbooks with lyrics and music.

BDM sports and physical training manual.

BDM athletic uniform used for physical training and sports activities.

Collection of storybooks used in BDM education and indoctrination.

Detailed guide to BDM summer uniform components and regulations.

BDM activities during WWII including auxiliary services, nursing, and agricultural work.

Guide to BDM winter uniform components including coat, skirt, and accessories.

Books for sale for many different WW2 German categories and more.

Process and requirements for becoming a leader in the BDM organization.

Joining the Belief and Beauty section for older BDM girls.

Guide to joining the BDM as a Jungmädel (Young Girl), ages 10-14.

Belgian adoption of the French M15 Adrian helmet with Belgian insignia.

Study of the Belgian M31 helmet, including manufacturing details and service history.

Information on the BDM Belief and Beauty organization for older girls aged 17-21.

German military belt and buckle identification and variations.

Military belt buckles and closure systems.

Military belts and supporting straps.

Research site focused on German mountain troops (Gebirgsjäger) equipment and history.

FJM44 blog posts and updates on German militaria collecting.

German infantry breadbag design, variations, and markings.

Typical contents and packing of the German breadbag.

Breadbag (Brotbeutel) variations and markings.

German military eagles for tunics, caps, and uniforms.

Detailed study of the British Brodie helmet throughout WWI.

British Army and Royal Navy general and admiral rank insignia reference.

British MKI helmet, the original WWI Brodie helmet design.

Study of the British MKII helmet, the primary Commonwealth helmet of WWII.

Comprehensive guide to the British MKIII helmet, covering design evolution and variants.

Detailed examination of the British MKI paratrooper helmet used during WWII airborne operations.

Bulgarian M17 helmets from WWI era, covering both original unrefurbished examples and post-WWII refurbished specimens.

Comprehensive guide to the Bulgarian M36-A helmet model and its distinguishing features.

Detailed examination of the Bulgarian M36-B helmet variant and its characteristics.

Analysis of the Bulgarian M36-C helmet variant, covering design features and variations.

Butterdish containers and mess accessories.

Essential guide for new collectors on purchasing authentic German helmets.

Gallery and discussion of various German camouflaged helmet patterns.

Detailed examination of another example of gas mask canister with three-tone Normandy camouflage, showing pattern variations.

Analysis of gas mask canisters featuring the three-tone Normandy camouflage pattern, including application techniques and variations.

German camouflage patterns, shelter quarters, uniforms, and equipment.

Field bottles, canteens, and water containers.

A lot of Boots Reviews and Scanned Military Manuals

Model 40 cavalry Y-straps with kleine Packtasche 40 n.A.

Analysis of the Chinese M35 helmet based on German design, used during WWII era.

Guide to German helmet chinstrap types, materials, and authentication.

Guide to liner systems used in German civic helmets.

Personal research site covering WWII militaria with detailed reference materials.

Cloth caps, field caps, and soft headgear identification.

Waffen-SS collar tab insignia variations and identification.

Article about the history of WW2 German helmets.

Guide to winter camouflage and medical service helmets.

Colombian production of M16-style helmets for domestic use.

Introduction to German combat helmet models and manufacturer identification.

Contact information and helmets available for sale from German Helmet Vault.

Detailed explanation of how uniforms are distressed and aged to add the perfect patina.

Information on the BDM country service program where girls worked on farms and in rural areas.

Czechoslovakian adoption of the French M15/18 helmet after WWI.

Czechoslovakian vz.20 helmet, interwar design based on German patterns.

Czechoslovakian vz.30 helmets exported and used in the Spanish Civil War.

Comprehensive guide to the Czechoslovakian vz.32 helmet, covering design and production variations.

Study of the Danish M23/38 helmet model, covering design features and wartime usage.

Large selection of military maps to look at from all periods.

East German (DDR) general officer insignia and uniforms.

Reference for decals found on German civilian helmets.

Museum focused on the December 1944 Ardennes Offensive (Battle of the Bulge).

Detailed reference on the Demjansk campaign arm shield, covering variants, makers, and reproductions.

German WWII militaria research and reference website covering equipment and uniforms.

German tank museum featuring comprehensive collection of armored vehicles from WWI to present.

UK-based WWII German reenactment group focused on historical accuracy.

Analysis of the Dutch M34 helmet used during WWII, covering design and wartime usage.

Really nice quality WW2 German reproduction items.

Standard German entrenching tool and carrier variations.

Manufacturer evolution and production changes throughout the war.

In-depth project exploring variations in German Army (Heer) collar tab designs.

An extremely detailed map of Berlin from the end of World War II in very high resolution / quality.

Dutch WWII museum preserving eyewitness accounts and artifacts from the occupation and liberation.

Guide to original German helmet paint colors and finishes.

Original materials from the Glaube und Schönheit organization.

Detailed analysis of fake "champagne" colored SS rune decals.

How to identify reproduction and fake helmet chinstraps.

Comprehensive guide to identifying fake German helmet decals.

Alert and guide to identifying fake E-Boat (Schnellboot) War Badges.

Guide to identifying reproduction and fake helmet shells.

Guide to spotting reproduction and fake helmet liners.

Comprehensive guide to German paratrooper helmets and their variations.

Study of the distinctive two-tone camouflage pattern used by Fallschirmjäger Regiment 6, including application methods and variations.

Information on Feldherrnhalle regiment helmets and insignia.

Information on German fire service helmets and equipment.

German field bottle/canteen models, cup, and carrying strap.

Complete collection of German field equipment and load-bearing gear articles.

Comprehensive guide to German Field Marshal and Grand Admiral ceremonial batons.

Finnish use of German M16 helmets in the postwar period.

Finnish use of Hungarian M38 helmets during WWII, covering modifications and service context.

Finnish use of Austro-Hungarian KuK M17 helmets, including modifications and service history.

Study of the Finnish M40 helmet used during WWII, including design features and service history.

German Fallschirmjäger M38 paratrooper helmet, covering design features and field modifications.

Awesome collection of WW2 German reference material. A lot of late war stuff and extremely detailed with beautiful pictures.

Regular photo collection showcasing newly acquired WWII German militaria with detailed descriptions and historical context.

German military flashlights, lanterns, and lighting equipment.

Folding entrenching shovel design and field use.

German military boots, shoes, and footwear identification.

Exposing known fraudsters and common scams in the German helmet market.

Helmets used by German Freikorps paramilitary units in the post-WWI period.

French M15/24 helmet variant used by Air Force personnel.

French M26 helmets exported and used during the Spanish Civil War.

French M15 helmet variant used by Artillery units with distinctive markings.

French M15 helmet variant used by Chasseur (light infantry) units.

French M15 helmet variant used by Colonial troops and Naval forces.

French M15 helmet variant used by Engineer corps with distinctive insignia.

French M15 helmet variant used by the Foreign Legion with distinctive insignia.

French M15 helmet variant used by the Intendance (supply/logistics) service.

French M15 helmet variant used by Medical service personnel with medical insignia.

French M15 helmet variant used by North African colonial troops.

Examination of the French M26 helmet used during WWII, covering design and variants.

Comprehensive guide to the French Model 1915 Adrian helmet and its variants.

Swedish WWII historical reenactment association covering various units and periods.

German gas protection cape design and use.

Later production gas cape variant and modifications.

Gas protection capes and covers.

German gas mask models GM-30 and GM-38 identification.

Gas mask models, canisters, and accessories.

Additional gas mask variants and manufacturing details.

Further gas mask variations and production changes.

Biography and insignia of Generalfeldmarschall Erhard Milch.

Biography and insignia of Generalfeldmarschall Wilhelm Keitel.

German Army (Heer) general officer rank insignia including shoulder boards and collar tabs.

Luftwaffe general officer rank insignia variations and identification guide.

German Army general officer shoulder board variations and identification.

Study of German Army butter dish variants used in field kitchens, including materials, markings, and manufacturing differences.

German M35 helmets exported to Spain during the Spanish Civil War.

Comprehensive bibliography of books and publications on German helmet collecting.

Comprehensive research and reference site for German military helmets across eras.

A site for all things WW2 German helmets. Origin of the German Lot Number Database.

Extensive reference site for German military helmets from WWI through WWII.

Collection of articles and updates from German Helmet Vault covering various helmet topics.

Militaria forum that focuses heavy on WW2 German but does include other periods and nations.

Reference guide to Wehrmacht long service awards for 4, 12, 18, 25, and 40 years of service.

German M16 Stahlhelm, the iconic WWI German steel helmet.

WWII German reissue of WWI-era M16/17/18 helmets, refurbished to 1940 specifications with new liners and chinstraps.

German M17 helmet, the transitional model between M16 and M18.

German M18 Stahlhelm, the final WWI variant with improved design.

Foreign nations producing or reissuing German M18-style helmets postwar.

German M18 ECO economy variant helmet, simplified late-war production.

In-depth analysis of the German M35 helmet, the first of the Wehrmacht combat helmet series.

Comprehensive study of the German M40 helmet, including production variations and authentication details.

Detailed reference guide to the German M42 helmet, covering manufacturing methods, variants, and markings.

Analysis of the High Seas Fleet War Badge, including rare variants and makers.

Complete index of German WWII infantry equipment and soldier gear.

Comprehensive index of German WWII weapons including Sturmgewehr 44, Kar 98k, G43, and pistols.

Specialized research site covering German WWII helmets including M35, M40, M42 variants.

Field Marshal von Manstein and other high-ranking German officers.

Credits and acknowledgements for contributors to German Helmet Vault.

Comprehensive reference on the NSDAP Golden Party Badge, covering makers, variants, and reproductions.

Greek adoption of the French M15/18 helmet during WWI period.

Study of the Greek M34/39 helmet used during WWII, including variants and manufacturing details.

Grenade launcher cups, pouches, and accessories.

Complete German militaria groupings and original collections.

Large ammunition and transport box for MP weapons.

1942 Pattern SS/Police General Officer Collar Tabs A Guide to Identifying Originals from Reproductions

Detailed reference on German Army helmet decals and their variations.

Complete reference guide to German Army enlisted and NCO shoulder straps from 1933-1945, covering designs, colors, and insignia.

Comprehensive guide to German Army (Heer) combat helmets.

Article comparing and distinguishing Army and Navy helmets.

Comprehensive helmet articles including M35, M40, M42, and variants.

Analysis of the so-called "Himmler" helmet design and its authenticity.

A guide on how to make a WW2 German Field cap from scratch. I have made a few of these myself and the guide is quite good.

Sewing guide on how to make a beginners officer's peak cap.

A very simple template for making pilotkas / Russian overseas caps.

Detailed examination of the Hungarian M38 helmet, covering manufacturing details and variants.

German identification tags (Erkennungsmarken) and dog tags.

Research site focused on the Western Front of WWII, covering equipment and history.

Detailed examination of the Infantry Assault Badge in Bronze and Silver, including makers and variants.

Eagles, shoulder boards, unit insignia, and rank markings.

Irish M27 helmet, German-influenced design used by Irish Defence Forces.

Italian M15 Adrian-style helmet used during WWI.

Italian M16 helmet, the distinctive Italian steel helmet of WWI.

Italian M16/20 helmet variant used during the Spanish Civil War.

Study of the Italian M33 helmet used during WWII, covering variants and manufacturing details.

Italian M33 helmet used during the Spanish Civil War and WWII.

Italian Model 1942 paratrooper helmet that replaced the limited-production 1941 model, including reproduction detection.

Japanese "Cherry Blossom" helmet (Model 1922/Type 1918 second model) with distinctive cherry blossom vent cap, used by IJA.

Analysis of the Japanese Imperial Navy M22 helmet 1931 variant and its distinguishing characteristics.

Japanese Imperial Navy Special Naval Landing Forces helmet variants and their distinctive characteristics.

Comprehensive guide to the Japanese Imperial Navy Type 90 helmet, covering variants and markings.

Study of the Japanese Model 41 paratrooper helmet, covering design features and field usage.

Leadership training materials for the younger Jungmädel section.

Reproduction WW2 German Items.

Reproduction WW2 German paperwork of all kinds.

Archive of German war correspondent materials, photographs, and equipment from WWII.

Reference for German Navy helmet decals and their characteristics.

Guide to German Navy helmets and their distinctive features.

Study of the Crimea campaign arm shield, including WWII original and 1957 denazified version.

Original documents and materials from BDM country service camps.

Latvian use of German M17 helmets during the interwar and WWII periods.

Information on Third Reich power structures, military command and more.

All the Life Magazine issues in one place.

Curated list of trusted collecting sites and resources recommended by German Helmet Vault.

Lithuanian adoption of German M16/17 helmets during interwar period.

Searchable database of German helmet lot numbers for authentication and research.

A ton of articles about all sorts of WW2 German medals, insignia, pins, etc. A couple of videos as well.

Guide to German air raid protection helmets and variations.

Reference for Luftwaffe helmet decals and insignia variations.

Guide to Luftwaffe fire protection unit helmets.

Additional examples of Luftwaffe general officer insignia and groupings.

Guide to German Air Force combat helmets and their characteristics.

Biographical information on Luftwaffe Generalfeldmarschalls including Hermann Göring.

Luftwaffe officer and enlisted rank insignia across all grades.

Luftwaffe uniforms and reproduction German ww2 militaria.

Detailed information on German M31 helmet liner systems and variations.

In-depth examination of the Waffen-SS M38 camouflage smock, focusing on lateral camouflage patterns, construction, and variants.

Specialized brush for cleaning MP magazines.

Weapon magazines and ammunition loading devices.

Magazine loading tool for MP38/MP40 magazines.

Belgian museum focused on the 1944 Battle of the Bulge fighting around Manhay.

Map cases, document pouches, and officer gear.

Mess tins (Kochgeschirr) and eating utensils.

Model 31 mess tin design, variations, and field use.

Machine gun accessories, drums, belts, and carriers.

Complete guide to German MG34 and MG42 ammunition boxes, including types, markings, construction variations, and field usage.

Machine gun gunner's belt pouch Model 34.

Various auctions including military antiques. Based in France.

Study of the Kriegsmarine Minesweeper War Badge, covering makers and variants.

Examination of the US Model 1917A1 helmet, covering WWI design used into early WWII.

Guide to German military and police motorcycle crash helmets.

MP38 submachine gun technical details and identification.

Comprehensive guide to MP38 and MP40 submachine gun magazine pouches, covering variants, construction methods, and markings.

MP40 submachine gun variants, production, and markings.

Comprehensive reference site for the German MP40 submachine gun including variants and markings.

MP40/I with dual magazine system for increased firepower.

MP41 hybrid design with wooden stock.

Dedicated research site for the German MP44/StG44 assault rifle covering variants and history.

Protective muzzle cap for transport and storage.

Awesome quality

Various military reproduction items. Specializing in WW2 products.

Belgian museum dedicated to WWII period from 1940-1945 in the Amay region.

Overview of NSKK (National Socialist Motor Corps) organization and helmets.

Examination of the New Zealand MKII helmet, covering Commonwealth variants and markings.

Museum in Normandy featuring extensive WWII collections from D-Day and the liberation of France.

Norwegian reissue of German M18 helmets for postwar use.

Detailed examination of the Norwegian M31 helmet used during WWII.

Detailed guide to National Socialist Motor Corps helmet variations.

Dutch war museum covering WWII with focus on local liberation battles.

Binoculars, scopes, rangefinders, and optical gear.

Study of awards issued to Eastern European volunteers serving in German forces.

Materials on the mandatory service year for young German women.

WWII A small illustrated guide to German small arms

Engineer and pioneer tools, saws, and specialist equipment.

Pioneer/engineer folding saw and carrier.

Engineer assault pack side pouches and attachments.

Leather pistol holsters for P08, P38, and other sidearms.

Blank firing adapter (Übungsgerät) for training exercises.

Polish adoption of the French M15/18 helmet during WWI and interwar period.

Polish Model 1915 helmet variant and its use during WWI.

Analysis of the Polish wz.31 helmet model used during WWII.

Overview of helmets worn by Nazi Party organizations.

Guide to German police civic-style helmets.

Reference for German police helmet decals on combat helmets.

Information on German police combat-style helmets.

Portuguese M16 helmet based on French Adrian design, used in WWI.

Interactive mapping project documenting 1944 WWII battles and locations.

Belgian WWII research project focusing on 1944 liberation battles and equipment.

Reference for RAD, NSKK, and Feldherrnhalle helmet decals.

Esbit stoves and field ration heating equipment.

Recommended reference books on Field Marshal batons and German military insignia.

Guide to Reich Labor Service (RAD) helmets and their features.

Database and reference for German RB-Nr (factory codes) used on WWII equipment and weapons.

Information on Reich Air Protection League helmets.

Unique rank insignia and awards of Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring.

Reichswehr helmets used by the Weimar Republic armed forces during the interwar period.

Information on WWI helmets reissued for WWII Wehrmacht service.

Articles on reissued and post-war use of German WWII equipment.

Guide to identifying reproduction Infantry Assault Badges and authentication tips.

Guide to identifying fake and reproduction Anti-Partisan War Badges.

Research blog focused on German equipment and field gear from WWII.

RG34 rifle cleaning kit components and use.

RG34 and other rifle cleaning kit components.

Romanian adoption of the French M15 Adrian helmet during WWI.

Comprehensive guide to the Romanian M39 helmet, including variants and markings.

Rucksacks, backpacks, and large pack systems.

Comprehensive overview of Russian Front campaign awards issued by Germany and Axis allies during 1941-1945.

Detailed examination of German Russian Front awards, covering criteria, variants, and authentication.

Study of Axis allies Russian Front awards including Romania, Hungary, and Italy.

Continuation of Axis allies Russian Front awards and campaign medals.

Finnish awards for service on the Eastern Front during the Continuation War.

Russian adoption of the French M15 Adrian helmet during WWI.

Russian M17 helmet variant used during WWI and Russian Civil War.

Rare suppressor/silencer attachment for MP weapons.

French M15 Adrian helmets used during the Spanish Civil War by Republican forces.

Serbian adoption of the French M15 Adrian helmet during WWI.

Zeltbahn patterns, variations, and accessories.

Shoulder board variations, ranks, and unit designations.

Article on identifying decals beneath camouflage paint.

Introduction to The Marshal's Baton website and its focus on high-ranking military insignia.

Anti-gas skin decontamination ointment and container.

Analysis of the Slovakian vz.32 helmet model, covering design and manufacturing variations.

Analysis of the South African MKII helmet, covering Commonwealth helmet variants used in WWII.

Comprehensive guide to the Soviet SSh-40 helmet, the primary Soviet helmet of WWII.

Spanish M26 Adrian-style helmet used during the Spanish Civil War.

Spanish M38 helmet developed during and after the Spanish Civil War.

Comprehensive reference page for SS awards, membership badges, and organizational insignia.

Detailed reference on SS helmet decals and their variations.

Overview of SS general officer rank insignia across all branches.

Detailed examination of the Soviet SSH-36 helmet model and its characteristics.

Study of the Soviet SSh-39 helmet, covering design features and production variations.

Guide to Waffen-SS helmets and their identifying characteristics.

Detailed study of SS long service awards, covering 4, 8, 12, and 25-year awards.

Article about a particular M35 SS helmet.

Amazing breakdowns of lots of World War One and World War Two helmets. Tons of photos and tons of detailed info. Awesome for a helmet lover.

Accessories and attachments for the StG 44 buttstock.

Step-by-step disassembly guide for the StG 44.

Development history and combat use of the Sturmgewehr 44.

Detailed display and overview of the Sturmgewehr 44 assault rifle.

Technical specifications and mechanical details of the StG 44.

Complete index of MP38/MP40 accessories and attachments.

Detailed examination of the WWII German 6x30 binoculars made from Bakelite by Emil Busch, including manufacturing details and variants.

Investigation into the mysterious "coconut canteen" made by Ritter, exploring its origins, construction, and actual usage context.

Analysis of recycled rubberized cloth materials used in German WWII equipment as substitute materials, including straps and pouches.

Luftwaffe Generalfeldmarschall uniforms and insignia details.

Introduction and main frame page for The Marshal's Baton reference site covering German military rank insignia.

Analysis of the Memel Medal commemorating the 1939 annexation, including variants and authentication.

Complete overview of MP38, MP40, and variant submachine gun models.

Prototype and development models leading to the MP38.

Visual reference chart showing German WWII medal ribbons and ribbon bars.

Expert advice on collecting and authenticating camouflaged helmets.

Lots and lots of period photos of WW2 tanks from all nations.

Resources and tools to help collectors authenticate and research German helmets.

Community forum for discussing fake detection and answering collector questions.

Wooden transport case for MP38/MP40.

Leather carrying sling variations for MP38/MP40.

Transitional German helmets marking the evolution between WWI and WWII designs.

Guide to transitional WWI-era helmets used in early WWII period.

Turkish M18 helmet, based on German design, used during and after WWI.

German military uniforms, tunics, trousers, and clothing identification.

United States Army general officer insignia and uniforms.

Division and unit-specific insignia and markings.

AN EDUCATIONAL SITE DEDICATED TO THE EVOLUTION AND HISTORY OF THE USAF UNIFORM TO 1995

US American Field Service M15 helmet, French Adrian helmets used by AFS volunteers.

Study of the US M-1C paratrooper helmet variant, including design features and modifications.

Comprehensive guide to the US M-1 helmet with fixed bale chinstrap system, covering early production.

Comprehensive guide to the US M-1 helmet with swivel bale chinstrap system, covering production variations.

Detailed study of the US M-2 paratrooper helmet used during WWII, including variants and modifications.

US Marine Corps helmet use during WWI, covering M1917 variants.

US Model 1917 helmet, American-made British-style helmet used in WWI.

Verlag Kopf is a leading historical reprographics branch of Kopf Solutions

A couple (most WW2 German) articles.

Detailed study of the Waffen-SS M42 camouflage field cap in plane tree pattern 5/6, including construction and pattern variations.

Photo reference collection of Waffen-SS insignia, awards, and equipment.

Detailed reference guide to Waffen-SS cufftitles covering different divisions, manufacturing variations, and authentication details.

Waffen-SS general officer rank structure and insignia identification.

Comprehensive guide to the German Cross in Gold and Silver, covering types, makers, and variants.