Hat
Object number77.3
Datec. 1865
Mediumfelt, metal, velvet
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Adair
DescriptionWide-brimmed beige felt cavalry hat with dark brown, oval-shaped 6th Cavalry insignia on front.DimensionsUnderside brim to brim 15.25 inches 16.5 inches from front to rear
MarksInside bowl of hat has text "6th U.S. Cavalry / Henry Blake Hays".
Historical NotesWorn by Henry Blake Hays in 6th Cavalry during the Civil War.
Related person
Henry Blake Hays
Related institution
6th Cavalry Regiment
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c. 1965
c. 1917
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