Iraqi helmet

[battle gear]

these Iraqi soldiers have also painted their helmets green and wear spotted camo uniforms

[James C]

is there anybody that can help id my m80 triangle emblem ive heard red triangle is republican guard i dont know what black and red would denote ive been told the black symbol is the arabic number 3cheers james

[SSamir]

Hi James,

I have seen the black/red triangle insignia before, but never could figure out what it stood for. Yes, next to the triangle is the number 3 in arabic. Your M80 appears to be the Iraqi made version? Thanks for sharing!

Regards
Samir

[James C]

hi samir i have since learned the my insignia could be iraqi Reconnaissance brigade formed before the first gulf war thanks for your comments james

[SSamir]

That's awesome! Too bad theres no book on RG militaria out there.

[KradSpam]

these Iraqi soldiers have also painted their helmets green and wear spotted camo uniforms

What an army....

It looks like a pack of tramps broke into an army surplus store.

[Thanatos]

This British Mk 2 Tanker/Para etc lid was liberated during the first Gulf War in 91 by a RAN sailor.
It's now part of my collection.



Comes complete with an Islamic prayer (I think) and name.The red and yellow relic Insignia may be RAC but not 100% sure on that.

I fully understand how and why it ended up in Iraq and it could possibly be a vet. of many conflicts in the region over the years,Iran/Iraq conflict,Kuwait,First Gulf War.
It's an interesting lid.
Cheers all
Dave

[SSamir]

Dave, if i'm not mistaken, the white circle with the red moon may be an islamic medic insignia.

Any better shots of the arabic writing? I maybe able to make out what it says.

Samir

[AMTG]

It's the Red crescent, there version of the red cross symbol

[SSamir]

It's the Red crescent, there version of the red cross symbol

What I tried to say. Thanks!