American chin guard or Bavier, known as the 1918 model, provided additional protection for soldiers during World War I. This specific piece, numbered 54435 AU, was developed by the Ordnance Department. The photograph was taken in December 1918 and depicts armor for soldiers. It was issued with the notes 20-18-16 and 340 A.

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