7th Mississippi Infantry
Brev. Brig. Gen'l
- Joined
- Sep 28, 2013
- Location
- Southwest Mississippi
From the same site:This is a pretty interesting reference on the topic
Another unique German inspired American Militia helmet. This one is similar to a German 1842 in size and style but is much cruder. The spike looks almost as though it was designed by the Tin Man in the Wizard of Oz. The cruciform base is much smaller than the German counterpart and there is no pearl ring on the spike base. This has one cockade and is leather like the German variety but in red white and blue American colors. Not only is there no remaining liner but you can see that there was no hole in the center for the spike.pic
We have no idea of the source of this helmet and welcome what you know.
http://www.pickelhauben.net/pickelhaube/1842American.htm