Headwear - Sailor's Cap, 20th C

Historical information

The cap was found in 2017 during a clear up. It May have been donated or possibly left behind by a cadet who stayed at the Mission in the 20th C. The Mission was host to both Officers and Cadets during much of the 20th C.

Significance

An example of trainee cadet clothing produced in the 20th C (ID No. 8405.66.075.6069).

Physical description

Stiffened size 17 white nylon-covered cap with air-vents and leather and black felt headband, with navy-blue woollen chin strap; lined with fabric and calico and stitched and printed nylon label.

Inscriptions & markings

Combination of printing and hand-written; see image attached. Hand-printing "Reynold/ATC" (which possibly stands for Australian Trainee Cadet).

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