Fairey Battle Union Jack Structured Twill Cap

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Color: Dark Navy
Size: S/M
Structured Twill Cap Size Chart

 
SIZE

CIRCUMFERENCE 

(in/cm)

Small/Medium 21 ¼ - 22 ¾ / 54 - 58
Large/ Extra Large 22 ⅜ - 23 ⅞ / 57 - 61 
 
 
The Fairey Battle was a British single-engine light bomber developed in the 1930s to replace the Hawker Hart biplane. Designed by Fairey Aviation, it first flew on 10 March 1936 and entered RAF service in 1937. Powered by a single Rolls-Royce Merlin engine, the Battle had a crew of three and was capable of carrying up to 1,000 lbs of bombs.

At the outbreak of World War II, the Battle formed the backbone of the RAF’s light bomber force in France as part of the Advanced Air Striking Force. However, its relatively low speed, lack of armour, and limited defensive armament made it highly vulnerable to modern German fighters and flak. This was tragically evident during the Battle of France in 1940, where heavy losses forced its withdrawal from frontline combat.

Despite its combat shortcomings, the Battle was heavily used as a trainer throughout the war, particularly for gunnery and navigation under the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan. Over 2,200 aircraft were built, including many in Canada.

The type was retired from RAF service in 1949. Though largely overshadowed by later aircraft, the Fairey Battle holds a place in RAF history as a transitional type between biplanes and modern monoplanes.
Flex fit , embroidered lettering and good shipping time. That's all you need from a hat and I Love Hangar delivered!

Frank D

Great quality, very comfortable. Looks amazing

Rick M

A really well made hat that fits nicely!

Scotty S