The WW2 US USAAF Officers Garrison Cap, Size 7 1/8, is a regulation headgear item used by officers of the United States Army Air Forces during the Second World War. Constructed from olive drab wool serge or similar period-appropriate material, this cap features the distinctive USAAF design, including a stiffened side panel and piping along the upper edge, typically denoting officer rank. The lining is generally made from rayon or cotton, with a leather or oilcloth sweatband for comfort and durability. This cap reflects the standard issued appearance worn with Class A service uniforms and would have been seen in both stateside and overseas assignments. Collectors and historians value original examples for their role in 1940s US military attire and as tangible elements of military history. Size 7 1/8 refers to the internal circumference, providing a fit equivalent to approximately 22 1/4 inches (56.5 cm).
