Original Japanese WWII U.S. G.I. Captured Large Imperial Japanese Army Shussei Nobori "Off to War" Banner in “Field-Made” Bamboo Shipping Tube - 26 ½ x 122” German Holsters The handle appears to be

The handle appears to be original to the period

The chinstrap on these helmets may require fitting and/or adjustment to properly grip the mounting lugs

Designer: Rheinmetall

The awards are for the following awards/medals: the Defense Medal

Original Japanese WWII U.S. G.I. Captured Large Imperial Japanese Army Shussei Nobori "Off to War" Banner in “Field-Made” Bamboo Shipping Tube - 26 ½ x 122” German Holsters The handle appears to beOriginal Item. One of a Kind. When Japanese men left for their military service, community organizations such as the local branch of the Imperial Reservists Association (teikoku zaigo gunjinkai) and the Greater Japan National Defense Womens Association (dai nippon kokubo fujinkai) organized various celebrations, culminating in send off parades to wish the troops well as they marched off to the local railway stations or ports. These send off ceremonies