Original Imperial Japanese WWII Navy Admiral’s Chapeau in Original Case - Koasayu Original Machine Guns it was awarded two Meritorious

it was awarded two Meritorious Unit Commendation Streamers embroidered "Vietnam 1968-1969" and "Vietnam 1969–1970

a known tailor during the WWII era

Left side of the barrel is marked COSTON-SEDGLEY with the patent marking on the left side of the frame that reads PAT 1-13-31

this is definitely a tanker helmet

In place of the canopy is thick white cotton fabric to give it a “packed” look for displaying purposes

Original Imperial Japanese WWII Navy Admiral’s Chapeau in Original Case - Koasayu Original Machine Guns it was awarded two MeritoriousOriginal Item. Only One Available. The Imperial Japanese Navy in World War II, at the beginning of the Pacific War in December 1941, was the third most powerful navy in the world, and the naval air service was one of the most potent air forces in the world. During the first six months of the war, the Imperial Japanese Navy enjoyed spectacular success inflicting heavy defeats on Allied forces, being undefeated in every battle. The attack on Pearl