Woman donates First World War helmet worn by father-in-law at Vimy Ridge
A woman has donated a collection of historical artifacts dating back to World War I to a museum located in Borden, Ont.
Erica Hudell decided to donate her father-in-law's historical possessions before moving to British Columbia.
Huddell visited the Base Borden Museum, where she recovered World War I military equipment from her father-in-law, George Hudell, worn at the Battle of Vimy Ridge in 1917.
Erica Hudell donated a collection of historical artifacts dating back to the First World War to Base Borden Museum, Ont. (Courtesy: Colleen Brennan)
The first item Hudell offered the museum was a military-issued helmet that had a meaningful story behind it.
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During his time in the trenches at Vimy Ridge, George lifted his head above the trench following an intense firing from enemy lines. As soon as he did so, a bullet struck his helmet.
George Hudell is pictured in his military uniform. (Courtesy: Colleen Brennan)
George was unharmed as the helmet deflected the bullet.
That very helmet will live in the museum today.
Erica Hudell donated a collection of historical artifacts dating back to the First World War to Base Borden Museum, Ont. (Courtesy: Colleen Brennan)
Huddell also donated a military-issued respirator gas mask along with a copy of George Hudell's original military enlistment papers and a photo of him in uniform.
The staff at the Base Borden Museum were elated to receive such valuable donations
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