M1 with a painted yellow V

[HRHarris]

Anyone know this insignia? 5th Division? V Corps? It's on the front and the back.

[Ubique]

Roman numeral for 5th?
Yellow suggests training purposes, I would not want to face an enemy with that on my helmet.

Oz.

[HRHarris]

I agree with bright color, looks like you would have a "mark" on your head.

[HRHarris]

The yellow is coming across brighter due to my flash.

[Phill Lockett]

I can tell you what its not, US Army 5th Inf Div. was a Red Diamond, US Army V Corp was a Pentagon shape made up of 5 Triangles , USMC V Corp was 3 stars and a alligator head on a shield.

Yes it could be for a training or service support unit but I'm leaning towards US Navy or Coast Guard but can't give you a reason more of a gut feeling.

Phill

[HRHarris]

Thanks Phil, I'll head my research in that direction.

[Adrian Stevenson]

Moved your thread to the M1 forum.

[bigmacglenn]

I also believe the markings are from a Training Unit....
Glenn