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Worn by General George McClellan, this well-tailored kepi, also known as a chasseur cap, was a taller type than most Civil War kepis and popular with soldiers of all ranks, who sometimes placed a wet sponge or handkerchief under the crown to keep cool.
Specific History. This is the type of kepi worn by a Confederate officer. The faded gold quatrefoil and three lines of lace signify that it was worn by a major or colonel. General History. The kepi was similar to the forage cap. It was copied from the French officer's hat.
Worn by General George McClellan, this well-tailored kepi, also known as a chasseur cap, was a taller type than most Civil War kepis and popular with soldiers of all ranks, who sometimes placed a wet sponge or handkerchief under the crown to keep cool.
Background. A Virginia artilleryman photographed at the Rees Gallery in Richmond wearing a branch of service-trimmed kepi. Courtesy of Paul and Gloria Barr. A relatively large number of military caps issued to soldiers serving in Virginia in 1864 and 1865 via the Confederate Quartermaster Department in Richmond survive today.
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This is the type of kepi worn by a Confederate officer. The faded gold quatrefoil and three lines of lace signify that it was worn by a major or colonel. General History. The kepi was similar to the forage cap. It was copied from the French officer's hat.
Gray cotton Kepi cap. One-size fits all. Give the gift of a unique National Civil War Museum cotton Confederate Kepi hat. Explore our shop to purchase yours today!
