Historical information

This cap potentially belonged to Ronald Edward Smith, Service number 419886.

Date of birth - 30 Jun 1916 : Place of birth - MELBOURNE VIC : Place of enlistment - MELBOURNE : Next of Kin - SMITH ETHEL

Significance

This hat holds representative significance as a generic RAAF officers forage cap. Further research into the potential owner could uncover other significance.

Physical description

Dark blue cap with medal ribbon attached to the side. RAAF eagle badge attached to peak of cap left hand side. Two buttons at peak of cap. The cap is lined with brown polished cotton twill and has a light brown cotton velveteen sweatband.

Inscriptions & markings

Tag inside cap: 330 1944/Made in Australia / Size 1/8

Service number written in pen: 419886 (or 419856)