U.S. Army Uniform "Ridgeway" cap, Korean War
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Title
U.S. Army Uniform "Ridgeway" Cap, Korean WarCreation Date
1950 – 1954Materials
Description
U.S. Army olive green “Ridgeway” Cap. The cap was named for General Matthew Ridgeway who was Supreme Allied Commander in Europe during the Korean War. This version of the utility/fatigue cap has a rigid flat top. Top has a message painted in white "18 Nov. Official Short Timer" Worn by Bloomington resident Lawrence Franks while serving in Korea.
Related People and Organizations
Franks, Lawrence (Larry)