Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Cap, Service |
Catalog Number |
1973.05.01a |
Date |
1935-1950 |
Material(s) |
Wool |
Dimensions |
H-6 W-9.5 D-10 inches |
Description |
This is an U.S. Army Enlisted Service Cap. The cap has a green wool body with a black leather bill and chin strap. The piece has two brass buttons attaching the chin strap. Inside is a brown leather sweatband and a yellow polyester lining with plastic, metal and rubber crown shaper. A stamped label on the interior supports say "6 7/8/ H.L . US. Patent/ No. 2536134." Beneath the sweatband is another mark that reads ""Cap, Service, WL Serge A.G./USA-1-501-C-62/Stock number 8405-286-5056." The hat insignia is missing. |
Notes |
Belonged to Adjutant General Gustavus May. |
Collection |
Kentucky Selective Service Collection |
People |
May, Gustavus Herbert, 1893-1961 |
Subjects |
Hats Military officers Military uniforms |
Search Terms |
Kentucky Adjutant General |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |