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Cowboy Hats in History - Cavalry Hats The general order of 1857 prescribing the uniform dress of the Army made no particular change except as regards the hat for officers and enlisted men, which was made of the best black felt. The dimensions were a brim width of three and one-fourth inches, and crown height of six and one-fourth inches. For officers the hat was bound with black silk, and for enlisted men stitched. The trimmings for general officers were the gold cord with acorn-shaped ends, an eagle, and three black ostrich feathers. A gold-embroidered wreath decorated the hat front, with the English characters "U. S." in silver. For officers of the general staff it was the same, except the cord was of black silk and gold; and below the rank of field officers, two ostrich feathers were allowed. The enlisted men were still allowed to have one feather. Their cords were worsted, the badges of yellow metal. Cavalry hats - read more |
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Cowboy Hats in History furnishes enlightening and informative accounts beginning with cowboy hats worn and fashioned in the early years, through the Civil War period, including interesting details regarding cowboy hats worn by legendary heroes and movie celebrities. Cowboy Hats in History also highlights some original and contemporary hatmakers. |