Original U.S. Punitive Expedition Model 1911 Campaign Hat w/ Infantry Hat Cord and Period Dust Goggles French Uniforms and extensive oxidation

and extensive oxidation

while the crown itself is made of leather that has no major issues with crazing

It also is marked with serial number 2046 / 0 on the front of the receiver

The oldest of these is a D-series flown in combat in the Pacific on the first day of the United States' involvement in World War II

Original U.S. Punitive Expedition Model 1911 Campaign Hat w/ Infantry Hat Cord and Period Dust Goggles French Uniforms and extensive oxidationOriginal Items: Only Ones Available. An attractive example of the scarce Model 1911 Montana Peak High Crowned Campaign Hat complete with chinstrap, Infantry Hat Cord, and period Dust Goggles. This is an excellent example of what a U. S. Army Soldier would have worn while on the border during the Punitive Expedition, or while chasing Pancho Villa in Mexico! The hat is in excellent condition considering it is well over 100 years old! The fine fur felt