Original U.S. WWII Navy (Blimp) Rebreather Aircraft Breathing Apparatus + Mask & Oxygen Generating Cannister Bayonet as worn by a German

as worn by a German Army officer during the period 1938-1945

which itself was little changed from the Model 1860 Light Cavalry Saber

The figure of the crucified Christ is placed on the cross so the crown on the German medallion and its motto are just above His head

K / Slight traces of silver gilding scattered throughout (mostly worn off) Missing prongs for attachment

and his father died when Perlin was 10 years old

Original U.S. WWII Navy (Blimp) Rebreather Aircraft Breathing Apparatus + Mask & Oxygen Generating Cannister Bayonet as worn by a GermanDeveloped in late 1930's by Mine Safety Appliance (MSA), these oxygen regenerating systems provided dirigible aviators with necessary flow of oxygen at higher altitudes. Used with USN C type breathing mask and Chemical cylinder both of which are included. This is a fascinating piece of history, high altitude bombing in late WWI with German zeppelins and allied blimps lead to the discovery that maintaining ships higher than 16,000 feet for four hours