AV-105. WWII Royal Canadian Air Force Zip Ear Helmet.
Date1939-1945
Credit LineGift of Winona Elliot, 2005.
Object number2005.001.001B
Label TextThis flight helmet belonged to Gordon Elliot, Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). During the Second World War, the RCAF enlisted 232,000 men. They flew combat, reconnaissance, transport, and other missions around the world. More than 17,000 Canadian airmen died during the war, including almost 300 Londoners.
NameHelmet, Flight
c. 1875
1940-1950s
1940-1950s
1940-1950s