Original Imperial German WWI M1917 Ledermaske Gas Mask with Can, Paper Insert and Spare Lenses - Dated March 1918 Sales They first were required to

They first were required to take the oath of allegiance to the United States government

although there were attempts to build military sailplanes as well

sadly the full length security strap fitted with a snap hook that attached to the trigger guard on the rifle is missing

being superseded by the newer B-15 Flight Jacket specification in late 1944

Original Imperial German WWI M1917 Ledermaske Gas Mask with Can, Paper Insert and Spare Lenses - Dated March 1918 Sales They first were required toOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent condition totally genuine World War One issue German gas mask. This model of Gasschutzmaske (Gas Protection Mask) was introduced in 1917, and was known as the Ledermaske due to its leather body construction. Canvas straps on the back of the mask were used to attach it to the wearer's head. The leather on this example is still soft, and the canvas rigging in great shape. The metal eye guards are