US ARMY MODEL 1902 OFFICERS DRESS CAP INSIGNIA AND
MODEL 1917 ENLISTED MAN’S DRESS CAP INSIGNIA:
Intended for wear on the “peaked” dress uniform cap
adopted in 1902, these insignias marked the end of the
branch of arms insignia which featured the crossed
sabres, rifles or cannons – and the various staff corps
insignia. Instead, these new cap insignias incorporated
the coat of arms of the United States and were standard
issue for all officers and soldiers, respectively.
Both insignias are fitted with the “screw back”,
threaded post and washer and both insignias are complete
with both pieces.
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