| Place | Middle East: Iraq |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL34325 |
| Collection type | Heraldry |
| Object type | Headdress |
| Physical description | Cotton, Elastic |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Date made | c 2003-2004 |
| Conflict |
Iraq, 2003-2013 |
Helmet cover : Iraqi Army
Description
Cotton helmet cover in 'chocolate chip' six colour desert camouflage pattern fabric. The cover slips over the helmet and is held in place with an elasticised hem.
History / Summary
Helmet cover as worn by the New Iraqi Army which was developed by the Coalition Military Assistance Training Team (CMATT) in 2003. The six colour desert camouflage pattern, commonly referred to as chocolate chip camouflage, was used by the United States Army during the Gulf War, 1990-1991. The use of the pattern was subsequently discontinued and surplus uniforms were issued to the New Iraqi Army.