Cap, Military
Object number2001.78.5
Manufacturer
The Madhatter
Datec. 1991
OriginTaiwan
MediumSynthetic fabric (Polyester) and threads, Plastic foam, Molded plastic
Credit LineGift of Mary Jeanne Flaherty
DescriptionLightweight duty baseball-style military cap. Wide front bill-type brim, covered in Woodland-Camouflage pattern; front of cap and crown filled with foam sheeting and covered with drab-green fabric, imprinted in thermo-set black ink with unit information; remainder of crown is made of camouflage-patterned plastic mesh, with inserted plastic adjustable headband, partially padded with foam in a fabric lining; fabric-covered metal rivet at top of crown joins the sectional seams; decorative green braided cord at visor.Dimensions5.75 x 10 x 11 in. (14.6 x 25.4 x 27.9 cm)InscriptionsFront has text imprinted in thermo-set black ink "171 MSF".
MarksManufacturer's tag stitched to inside headband: "The MADHATTER / 100% Polyester / Adult Fit All / Made In Taiwan R.O.C."
Historical NotesCap worn by donor Mary Jeanne Flaherty as part of the 171st Mission Support Flight, which supplied the 171st Air Refueling Group with communications equipment during Operation Desert Storm; it is likely that this cap was not (regulation) government issue.
Related institution
United States Air Force
Related institution
171st Air Refueling Wing
Previous owner
Mary Jeanne Flaherty
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