…North versus South, the monumental struggle our nation has endured. The Kepi was a copy of the French officer's hat. The Kepi was shorter than the forage cap, and was not very popular because it did not protect from the rain or sun. Soldiers who wanted to determine the possible line of fire at their trench…

…in front and a small cap. Fashionable until 1714, when Lady sandwich, while presented at the French Court, appeared in a simple low hair-do and started a new fashion. In England called the TOWER CAP, COMMADE. FORAGE CAP - Late 19c. American Army cap. See KEPI, Copy of German cap. FRENCH HOOD - ( 16c…

…brim, flat crown. Also BOATER. CAP - Of ancient origin. Snug fitting head covering, usually with partial brim or visor. Many variations during Middle Ages for men, women and children. Modern versions as BASEBALL, HUNTING, JOCKEY, SPORTS, BOY'S ENGINEER, ARMY FORAGE, etc. CAPE HAT - Half hat made by…