The WW2 US Army Tan Garrison Cap, size 6 7/8, is a standard-issue piece of headgear used by United States Army personnel during the Second World War. Commonly referred to as a “side cap” or “overseas cap,” this item is characterized by its fold-flat design, lightweight tan fabric construction, and absence of a brim. The color was typically worn by Army personnel in warm or tropical climates and was part of the summer uniform ensemble. The cap features reinforced piping along the upper edge, with stitching appropriate to its era of manufacture. The inside of the cap is marked according to its size, 6 7/8, and may include additional manufacturer or quartermaster stamps, depending on the production batch. This type of garrison cap reflects standard U.S. Army uniform regulations from the early 1940s and is frequently sought by collectors and historians interested in American military uniforms from the WW2 period.
