Very nice.... As a side note.....it looks like PFC Hanscom was squared up against some pretty tough units.  He likely got his map case from 1st Battery of the 1st Battalion, Flak Regiment 11 (I./Flak-Rgt. 11, 1. Bttr.).  They were motorized 88's that fought from 1939 Poland invasion through May 1945.  Most converted mid war from anti-aircraft role to anti-tank role.   In 1945 some surrendered to British/Americans in Austria and most were captured by Soviet Red Army in northwestern Yugoslavia and western Hungary.

Well, that makes sense! thanks

Got this from the grandson who furnished the name    

For many years these hats were undesirable and very low cost so faking them has to be a more recent trend if they fake them at all.   So I think the one you have is period or made soon after the war, why the band is upside down is anyone’s guess.        

Due to time and date differences I’ll wish everyone there in Normandy a great time for the anniversary now.  I look forward to seeing your reports on your experiences.  I’m dedicating my blood donation today to all those who served, fought and bled there. mikie

Ah my friend 'US Navy' David Salisbury! He always attends the Normandy commemorations! Enjoy!

Hi, what s your toughts about these pants  thanks for your help   regzrds, hughes

You are blessed and highly favored.

67Rally, TY for your add to this post. Pretty obscure subject but this is becoming valuable. I hope you expand on this and publish .

The bottom ribbon bar looks to be made of aluminum which is definitely post-war.