Uniform - Slouch hat

Historical information

Standard issue item as used by Australian servicemen during the conflict in Vietnam(1962-1973). One of several items donated in memory of Sergeant Trevor J Nicholson, who served in Royal Australian Armoured Corps, C Squadron and B Squadron 1st Armoured Regiment, 1969-70, Vietnam.

Physical description

Slouch hat of brown felt/khaki colored band/golden queens rising sun badge on uplifted side brim/ Hunter river Lancers silver badge on front showing flags, elephant and crown.

Inscriptions & markings

The Australian Army on Rising sun badge/ Hunter River Lancers
Inside hat-Akubra 1988/58/Made in Australia.

Other parts of this item

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