Cap, Field, Tropical, Luftwaffe

National Air and Space Museum

Object Details

Manufacturer
L. Griechkat
Physical Description
Luftwaffe tropical peaked field cap (Tropenschirmmutz); tan cotton crown, body and stiffened band and visor; two ventilation holes with mesh screens on the underside of the body; white embroidered on tan cotton Luftwaffe insignia on peak with white, black and red embroidered national cockade below the insignia; the cap's leather chin strap and neck protector missing.
Summary
The Luftwaffe's tropical peaked field cap (Tropenschirmmutz) was introduced in 1941. Intended to be worn by all ranks the cap and branches of the Luftwaffe serving in the Mediterranean and North Africa.
Credit Line
Transferred from the Smithsonian Institution
Inventory Number
A19490004000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Helmets & Headwear
Materials
Cotton, brass, leather, non-ferrous metal
Dimensions
Clothing: 25.4 x 25.4 x 7.6cm (10 x 10 x 3 in.)
Country of Origin
Germany
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Record ID
nasm_A19490004000
Metadata Usage (text)
Not determined
GUID (Link to Original Record)
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