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This is an example of a Canadian Forces aviation officer's service cap.

Unification of the Canadian Forces took place in February 1968, when the Royal Canadian Navy, Canadian Army, and Royal Canadian Air Force were merged to form the Canadian Forces

As part of unification, the three services lost their status as separate legal entities. The Canadian Forces Air Attache's Office at the Canadian Embassy donated this cap to the National Air and Space Museum as a gift of international goodwill and cooperation.

Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.

Object Details

Country of Origin

Canada

Type

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear

Physical Description

Canadian Forces officer's service cap; hunter green top and mohair band; black leather visor with gold wire leaves; black leather chine strap; RCAF insignia on peak (gold wire palm leaves with gilted eagle in center surmounted by red velvet and gold wire Queen's crown).

Dimensions

Clothing: 25.4 x 29.2 x 15.2cm (10 in. x 11 1/2 in. x 6 in.)

Materials

Overall: Wool, bullion, metal, leather, plastic
Brim: Leather

Inventory Number

A19730796000

Credit Line

Donated by the Canadian Forces Air Attache

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Restrictions & Rights

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