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This is an example of the United States Army officer's service cap used during World War I. This pattern was adopted on January 25, 1912. Its dull bronze national eagle insignia is missing. This cap was used by Chauffeur 1st Class Forrest Larkin Berry who served in France with the 278th Aero Squadron, in Toul, France.

 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 Physical Description United States Army Air Service (USAAS) Service Cap; olive drab wool crown and band; russett brown leather visor and chin strap with blackened bronze buttons, United States Coat of Arms eagle embossed on button. Dimensions Clothing: 26 x 26.7 x 14cm (10 1/4 in. x 10 1/2 in. x 5 1/2 in.)
 Materials CHIN STRAP AND VISOR - LEATHER
 Inventory Number A19830318000 Credit Line Donated by Allie Johnson Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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