German WWI Airship Battalion Enlisted Man’s Shako with an identifying note on

with an identifying note on the reverse

Originally fitted with three attachment pins

7 (indicating Airship Unit 1889

capturing the essence of Baldwin's remarkable collection

Stitch-in shoulder boards feature green centers with white piping and affixed metal Grossdeutschland monograms

German WWI Airship Battalion Enlisted Man’s Shako with an identifying note onA highly significant and extremely rare example of a World War I German airship battalion shakothis being the only unit marked example weve encountered in over 50 years of collecting. Items from the Imperial airship units are exceptionally scarce, making this a standout piece for any advanced collection. The body retains a good, bright finish overall. The rear peak shows slight congealing, with minor crazing to the front, though both peaks remain