USMC HELMET COVER QUESTION

[sftrooper86]

Greetings Gentlemen,

Does anyone know when the USMC started stenciling the EGA on their helmet covers? Was this done in WW2 or later. Attached is a photo of my Father's issued USMC helmet cover. He served 1957-60.

Thank you for any info & Semper Fi!

Vince

Edited February 8, 2019 by sftrooper86
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[muckaroon1960]

Hi Vince, according to Jim Moran's book on USMC uniforms and equipment the EGA on the helmet cover was unauthorised during WW2. However this didn't stop some Marines painting a EGA on their helmet covers. Hope this helps.

Edited February 11, 2019 by muckaroon1960
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[sftrooper86]

Hello & thank you!

I just purchased that book and found that same reference last night! I have seen some photos with it applied during the war but very few.

Thanks again!

Edited February 12, 2019 by sftrooper86

[muckaroon1960]

Hi Vince, I had my copy signed by Jim Moran himself. This was at the Malvern Military Convention held twice a year at Great Malvern, Worcestershire, England. A nice guy who obviously knows his USMC gear.

[sftrooper86]

Very cool!

Cheers & Happy Hunting!