ABOVE LEFT: In 1942, the USMC developed a camouflage helmet cover that could be slipped over the standard M-1 steel helmet. It was worn with the corresponding two‐piece camouflage uniform or with other combinations of field uniforms. In addition to its camouflage properties, the cover reduced metallic ring when objects struck the helmet and prevented the telltale glare inherent with metal helmets. There were eight buttonholes on each side of the crown for the purpose of inserting foliage. ABOVE RIGHT: The cover was readied for use by cutting holes on each side to allow the helmet chin straps to pass through. Once fitted over the steel shell, excess material was then folded into the shell wherein the plastic helmet liner was pressed into place securing the cover and readying the helmet for wear.
