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World War II ➔ Military Cap
Identifier:
2016.13.1.2Description:
This garrison cap, sometimes referred to as an overseas cap, is from the United States Army Nurse Corps of the United States Armed Forces. It was worn by Hazel Nyblade of Sparta, Michigan during World War II.This garrison cap is made of green cotton and has black and gold piping that represents the rank of Officer.
This military cap accompanies uniform number 2016.13.1.
Date:
1939 – 1945Materials:
CottonDimensions:
4"" h 10.5"" wCurrent Location Status:
In StorageCollection Tier:
Tier 2Source:
Gift of Ms. Molly BoltonLinks:
http://history.amedd.army.mil/ANCWebsite/about.htmlRelated Entities:
Molly Bolton (donor) Hazel Nyblade (used by)Hazel Nyblade was a nurse in Chicago who was originally from Sparta, Michigan. She joined the Army Nurse Corps and served during World War II. United States Army Nurse Corps (is related to)
Alternate names: AN, ANC
The United States Army Nurse Corps (AN or ANC) was formed in 1901 by the U.S. Congress. It is the nursing service that assists the United States Army and it is one of six medical special branches that form the Army Medical Department. The ANC is comprised of registered nurses.
