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Busselton Historical Society > Records

Busselton Fire Brigade - Brass Helmet

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Overview

The helmet has a cockade embossed with fire breathing dragons.
It has a short peak at the front and a deeper rim at the back. It has a leather and chain strap.
Inside the helmet is lined with leather which can be adjusted with a string tie.

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Registration number

cwa-org-124-2020.383

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Busselton Fire Brigade Brass Helmet
Superseded by Fibro Glass 1964
Presented to Shire President L.N.Weston by Mr. H.R. Irvine
President of W.A. Fire Brigades Board
10-12-1964

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Busselton Fire Brigade

WA Fire Brigades Board

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Last modified

Monday, 29 September, 2025

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Busselton Historical Society

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