I read/learn a lot but don't post often, but have a question for those more knowledgeable than me. I have an M-17 helmet that I've had since I was a kid many years ago, with an interesting marking I've always wondered about. in the inside skirt at the rear where you typically see a name, its instead marked "2 MGK 1334". my assumption is this means 2nd Machine Gun Company, but would the 1334 refer to a regiment? is this something that is traceable? I've always wondered but thought I would finally ask. would post a pic but I don't have those privileges (and would welcome help in getting them -- i've written to mods but have not heard back). thx john p
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John,
It sounds like a serial number, that is, the soldier's muster roll number in the unit.
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Or simply a inventory or rack number for the helmet. On weapons it would be a weapon number for example 30.R.2.M.G.K.25 the 25 would be the Waffe Nr.25.Originally posted by Chip M View PostComment
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If you get a free Photobucket account you can upload your pics there then get the [IMG] code then copy and past the code link and the picture will be displayed.Comment
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Thx gentlemen -would love you to see it so will try to get a phot up as well!Comment
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