Germany, Luftwaffe. An M43 Field Cap for Enlisted Ranks, Late-War Example Province of China Royal Mail stamped in red

Royal Mail stamped in red ink

and well marked on reverse

The badge also identified the wearer as being exempt from call-up to active service

however it remains in very fine condition

Germany, Luftwaffe. An M43 Field Cap for Enlisted Ranks, Late-War Example Province of China Royal Mail stamped in red(Luftwaffe Einheitsfeldmtze M43 fr Mannschaften). A Luftwaffe M43 field cap for Enlisted ranks, constructed of dark grey wool. The cap is fully surrounded by fold down side panels, scalloped toward the front, providing optional ear and neck protection to the wearer. When not in use, the panels roll up and are secured in position at the front with two grey and pebbled magnetic metal buttons which emanate from the right flap and meet an equal number of