US WWII, WAC Enlisted Summer Hobby Hat, Knox Mfg, Named
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $175.00

Original period manufacture. Tan cotton hat, 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 slik lining, intact moisture shield with the Knox logo, brass enlisted eagle emblem at the front, OD plastic chinstrap buttons. Size 22,  named to a Jean G. Noack.