MPLA Weapons Identification Field Handbook Medals/Badges worn on the pith helmets

worn on the pith helmets (pagris) of British troops

Mounted on green display bases

The crown symbolizes the regiment’s connection and loyalty to the British monarchy

Manufactured by Parker-Hale of Birmingham

ankle drawstrings

MPLA Weapons Identification Field Handbook Medals/Badges worn on the pith helmetsOriginal MPLA weapons recognition and identification handbook issued for field instruction during the Angolan Civil War period. Staple bound pocket manual featuring illustrated foreign weapon identification pages intended for MPLA FAPLA operational or intelligence personnel. Scarce Cold War African conflict training reference.