Original British Recent Issue Rose Top EIIR marked London Metropolitan Police Bobby Helmet British Documents & Books Early on the morning of

Early on the morning of 27 May 1941

This American example is another produced by the redoubtable C

ADSEC units were moved into operating areas on or several days after a particular "D" day

purpose-built or converted from conventional aircraft

Original metal finish is quite worn

Original British Recent Issue Rose Top EIIR marked London Metropolitan Police Bobby Helmet British Documents & Books Early on the morning ofOriginal Item: One Only. The Traditional Bobby helmet was named after the creator of the British Police Force, SIR ROBERT PEEL, who became Prime Minister under Queen Victoria. This early version, known as a "Rose Top," features a plated top fitting, in the shape of a rose, hence the name. The front Helmet plate has a Queens's Crown to top, over a star burst containing a silver E II R Royal Cypher, for Queen Elizabeth II, who has reigned since 1952.