Headgear US
US WWII WAAC Woman's Enlisted Hobby Hat without Insignia, Identified
Headgear US
US WWII WAAC Woman's Enlisted Hobby Hat without Insignia, Identified
Item #66739 : Original period manufacture.WWII Army WAAC Enlisted Summer Hobby Hat in tan khaki.Tan cottonhat, nicknamed the "Hobby Hat" for the commander of the WAAC/WAC Program, Colonel Oveta Culp Hobby.Very clean condition, no stains or tears, just light age and wear. Tan imitation silk lining, intact moisture shield. Two gold eagle chinstrap buttons. Size 21 1/2. The soldiers name and service number are inkstamped on the interior of the hat. Looks to be Beulah Page.