McDermut99 Posted March 21, 2017 Share #1 Posted March 21, 2017 These two flight caps came out of a local estate sale. One of them is in near mint condition, while the other one was worn a decent amount. The worn one also has N.S. Meyer captains bars. From what pictures I have found these were worn primarily during the 1950's and 1960's by the WAF (Women in the Air Force). My question is are these caps fairly common? I haven't found many references other than period photographs. Any commentary is greatly appreciated! First up is the one in near mint condition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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McDermut99 Posted March 21, 2017 Author Share #15 Posted March 21, 2017 Here are a few period photographs I've found showing the same type of flight cap being worn: "A flightsuit wearing WAF nurse. The handbag is regulation too." "A USAF Nurse and a Red Cross Nurse tend wounded servicemen en-route to the United States. Notice her blouse is tucked into her trousers, which was typical for flight personnel." "from 1950 from the LIFE Archive" http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/forums/index.php?/topic/19999-usaf-womens-uniform/ http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/forums/index.php?/topic/5846-post-wwii-50s-60s-us-air-force-uniform-photos/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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