My new 'Shooting Chapeau', a copy of the U. S. model 1895 Kepi.

Sometimes referred to as, "that damned Conductor's hat".

It can be worn with shooting-muffs, which is a good thing, because it makes my ears look big!

The cat likes it, judging by the feline hair it attracts.

The new cap and a picture of a 'shirt-tail' relative, circa 1902, 3rd Regiment, Co.E, Michigan National Guard.

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