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The United States Army Air Force service cap was the stand uniform cap issued to all American soldiers. Many pilots and crew members removed the hat ring to give their service caps the "crushed" look.

This service cap was worn by the donor, 1st Lieutenant John Nagay. Nagay served as a B-24 Bombardier and Navigator in the 15th Air Force from September 1943 to March 1944 and was wounded by Flak over the Anzio beachhead in February 1944.

 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 United States of America Type PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear Manufacturer Airflow
 Physical Description United States Army Air Forces officer's service cap; olive drab (Shade No. 51) wool service cap with russett brown leather visor and chin strap; brass United States eagle crest on peak (American Bald Eagle with a shield on its chest, olive branch in right talon and arrows in the left talon, field of 13 stars in field that surmounts the eagle, banner with embossed letter text "E PLURIBUS UNUM" in eagle's beak; two brass buttons on chin strap; brown cow hide sweat band; Dimensions Clothing: 26 x 27.9 x 14.6cm (10 1/4 in. x 11 in. x 5 3/4 in.)
Clothing Size: 7 1/4
 Materials Wool
Cotton
Brass
Leather
Plastic
Steel
 Inventory Number A19731331000 Credit Line Donated by Dr. John A. Nagay Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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