Original U.S. Korean War Japanese-Made 187th Airborne Infantry Regiment Enamel Distinctive Unit Insignia DUI - Matched Set Flintlocks and some tearing

and some tearing

they had to wait until the attacking Germans got within 30 feet before opening fire

so it's a real treat to see a helmet that saw extensive use during the WWII period

the other being VRC-40

Original U.S. Korean War Japanese-Made 187th Airborne Infantry Regiment Enamel Distinctive Unit Insignia DUI - Matched Set Flintlocks and some tearingOriginal Items. Only One Pair Available. This is a gorgeous set of Tokyo Made DUI for the 187th Airborne Infantry Regiment, which saw heavy action during the Korean War. As soldiers on leave would very often take their time off in Japan, it became common for Japanese makers to manufacture and sell insignia to these soldiers. This is a gorgeous set which depicts a white wing under a Parachute in front of blazing fires. The back of the insignia are