Cap

Object number2011.127.188

Datec. 1988

MediumMesh, cloth, thread

Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association

DescriptionNavy blue cap with partial mesh crown and adjustable plastic straps in the back. Yellow decoration and text on front including a shield with an internal smaller shield with a lightning bolt across the center and the police force name in the upper right corner. Thin cord across the front above the brim.Dimensions3.5 x 10.75 x 8.5 in. (8.9 x 27.3 x 21.6 cm)
InscriptionsIn the center is a shield with a lightning bolt across the center and the letters "TPF" in the upper right corner.

Around the image reads: "PITTSBURGH / POLICE".

On the left side of the shield reads: "1968 / BLUE / SQ / K-9".

On the right side of the shield reads: "1988 / GOLD / SQ / SS".
MarksPaper tag inside edge has text "THE / MADHATTER".
Historical NotesThe Tactical Patrol Force (TPF) was part of the Pittsburgh Police Bureau's Special Operations Division. It was conceived in 1963 and members were drafted out of necessity. Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.

Related institution Pittsburgh Bureau of Police

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