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19th September 14, 08:49 AM
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Years ago there was a history master at the very conservative school I attended.
He told us that British soldiers always wore pith helmets because of the sun. Then come World War Two they were fighting in tropical parts with American soldiers, who didn't bother with heavy pith helmets but just wore sunglasses and a normal cap. The glasses were just as effective at reducing sunstroke, etc, and a whole lot lighter.
I've never worn a pith helmet, but they look very hot and heavy to my mind.
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