USAAF Roundel (Operation Torch) Distressed Dad Hat

USAAF Roundel (Operation Torch) Distressed Dad Hat

$19.19 USD $23.99 USD

Color Navy Khaki Black Charcoal Grey

The yellow-surround insignia was ordered in preparation for Operation Torch, the Allied invasion of French North Africa. Allied Force Headquarters Operations Memorandum No. 9, dated Sep 25ᵗʰ, 1942, specified the yellow surround for American aircraft participating in the operation. The marking began appearing on aircraft before the landings, with Oct 1ˢᵗ, 1942 given as an implementation date for Eighth Air Force aircraft.

Operation Torch itself took place from Nov 8ᵗʰ to Nov 16ᵗʰ, 1942, with participating US aircraft carrying the distinctive yellow-bordered national insignia as an identification marking.

The marking was not limited strictly to the dates of Operation Torch. It was applied before the invasion and remained on some aircraft afterwards, so there is no single universal end date for its use.

Product Details | Otto Cap 104-1018 Distressed Dad Hat

Expand your headwear collection with this WWII-inspired Dad Hat featuring authentic roundels from the Second World War. The distressed brim and crown give it a rugged, worn-in look, while the soft cotton twill keeps it comfortable for everyday wear.

✈ Unstructured 6-panel, soft crown, low profile cap
✈ Distressed finish on brim and crown
✈ 100% pre-shrunk cotton twill
✈ 6 sewn eyelets and 4 stitched rows on the brim
✈ Adjustable hook-and-loop closure for a perfect fit

Manufacturing | Otto Cap 104-1018 Distressed Dad Hat

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This product ships from Canada, United States, Mexico, Latvia and the United Kingdom. Shipping location will depend on your delivery location and stock availability.

The blank product is sourced from China.

Care Instructions | Otto Cap 104-1018 Distressed Dad Hat

	To help extend the life of your hat, hand wash only. Use warm water and dish soap to gently clean any spots. There is no need to soak the entire hat. For harder-to-clean areas, use a soft-bristled brush.
	Do not tumble dry. Lay flat to dry. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
	Do not dry clean.