HC Deb 19 November 1918 vol 110 cc3326-7
6. Major NEWMAN

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War whether on demobilisation it is intended to allow the soldier to keep as a memento of his service his helmet or cap with badge?

The UNDER-SECRETARY of STATE for WAR (Mr. Macpherson)

It is intended that on demobilisation a soldier will retain his uniform (except greatcoat) and kit, and he will therefore keep his cap and badge.

Major NEWMAN

Does uniform include the helmet?

Mr. MACPHERSON

It includes the cap and badge.

Major NEWMAN

And the helmet?

Mr. MACPHERSON

Do you mean the steel helmet?

Major NEWMAN

Yes.

Mr. MACPHERSON

No; it does not.