Original French Model 1931 Republican Guard Chief Warrant Officer Shako Kepi with Red Plume French Pistols * Battle of Makin

* Battle of Makin

The Mark I was used by the ANZACs in the Gallipoli Campaign

or use in reenactment

Each bears Regimental and other markings in the correct permanent black paint/ink used at the time

The Division was shifting south to Czechoslovakia when the war in Europe ended on 9 May 1945

Original French Model 1931 Republican Guard Chief Warrant Officer Shako Kepi with Red Plume French Pistols * Battle of MakinOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original Model 1931 Republican Guard Chief Warrant Officer Shako. Offered in excellent condition with correct helmet plate and red feather plume. Complete with liner and chinstrap with maker stamp in dome. The Republican Guard has the duty of protecting the Presidency of the Republic. A great looking shako for your collection and very difficult to find in the USA.