United Kingdom. A First War Period Leather Flying Cap GTRexclude Working Parties and Tasks

Working Parties and Tasks

It was one of the principal American fighters in service when the United States entered combat

Each sleeve is adorned with three rows of gold bullion cuff rank insignia

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" on a leather tether

United Kingdom. A First War Period Leather Flying Cap GTRexclude Working Parties and TasksA First War leather cap with felt interior, chin strap, evidence of wear, measures 22. 5 cm (w) x 27 cm (h), creased with wear to leather, remains in fine condition. Footnote: By the early 1900s, leather had become a popular choice for protective gear for flying helmets. Manufacturers of early flying helmets were Alfred Dunhill Ltd. and Gamages of London, England, and Roold in Paris.