The Strange History of the British Turtle Helmet
You've likely seen the british turtle helmet if you've spent any time browsing through black-and-white footage of the Allied push into Normandy. It's got that distinctive, deep-dish look that feels quite a bit different from the classic "Brodie" helmet most people associate with the World Wars. While the Brodie looked like a shallow soup bowl, the turtle helmet—officially known as the Mk III—was a whole different beast designed for a much more dangerous style of warfare. ...