The steel helmet that traveled from the Great War to the Greek Civil War
In short: Discover how John Leopold Brodie’s simple steel helmet design, famously mocked by Germans as a 'salad bowl,' became a symbol for British and Commonwealth troops and played a role in the Greek Civil War.
The video explores the history of the 'Battle Bowler,' a steel helmet designed by John Leopold Brodie. While the design originated during the Great War and became a staple for Great Britain and Commonwealth forces, its historical significance extended into the post-war era, specifically during the conflict of the Greek Civil War.
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