Germany, Ot. An Organisation Todt M43 Service Cap, With Identity Tag And Insignia Auction 1916 at CCAC Folkestone clarified

1916 at CCAC Folkestone clarified the incident: "While making (an) attack (he) was blown up by (a) shell

intact internal fabric hinge cover with very light fraying on the edges

both unmarked and measuring 34 mm (w) x 114 mm (l)

108th and 144th Infantry Battalions

maker marked "HOFFSTATTER BONN" and marked "GES

Germany, Ot. An Organisation Todt M43 Service Cap, With Identity Tag And Insignia Auction 1916 at CCAC Folkestone clarified(Organisation Todt Einheitsfeldmtze M43 mit Erkennungsmarke und Insignien). A unique Organisation Todt (OT) M43 service cap, constructed of a coarse olive drab cloth. It is fully surrounded by fold down side panels, scalloped at the front, offering optional ear and neck protection to the wearer. When not in use, the panels are rolled up and secured in place with two black bakelite buttons. Stitched onto the peak is a gilded aluminum Labour style