United Kingdom. A First War Period Leather Flying Cap GTRexclude It was one of the

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

tongues for fastening on reverse

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featuring a traditional high peak crown with tightly seated and even green piping on the top and bottom edges of the cap band

" on a leather tether

United Kingdom. A First War Period Leather Flying Cap GTRexclude It was one of theA 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.