David L. Martel wrote:
micky,

I think the squashed down version was the forage cap but it could be a
kepi. These were common through the Indian wars.
It's very common for soldiers and new civilians to wear parts of their
uniforms. No one would notice or be offended.
As for why they do things on TV, I've no idea.

Dave M.



It was a kepi.
http://foggymountaingear.com/headwea...104SEO_URL_END
Or: http://preview.tinyurl.com/mfskdu4

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Bill
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