WWII U.S. Army Officer's Khaki Crusher Cap Identified to Capt. Alfred W. Jones (Size 6 3/4)

Description

This is an original WWII U.S. Army officer's crusher cap. Although not physically marked as such, this cap once belonged to Captain Alfred W. Jones, O-278990, and comes complete with his original calling card. View the Veteran's Information section for more details regarding Capt. Jones' life and military service. Its original owner removed the cap's interior wire stiffener, allowing the cap to be reshaped and "crushed" into a silhouette more popular among American servicemen. It is constructed of a summer weight khaki material and features a russet brown leather visor and chinstrap. The front is decorated with a gold-plated brass officer's device. Unfortunately, no manufacturer's marking nor size tag could be located; however, it has been measured and is a confirmed size 6 3/4.

Provenance

Private Collection, Port Saint Lucie, Florida

Condition Report

This cap is in fair, well used condition. Unfortunately, the stitching has come undone on the headband by the wearer's forehead and the khaki material exhibits mothing.

Veteran's Information

Alfred Wright Jones was born on December 10, 1889, in North Adams, Massachusetts. Jones was a veteran of both WWI and WWII. Unfortunately, his WWI exploits are unknown to us at this time; however, during WWII he served In the Chemical Warfare Service, based at Camp Sibert in Alabama. Jones died on March 15, 1981, at the age of 91 and is buried at Rural Cemetery in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Made available to the new owner below are Jones' "Morning Reports" from the National Archives and gravesite. At Gustafson's request, the National Archives is currently processing Jones' Official Military Personnel File, which will soon be made available below.

• "Morning Reports"
• Gravesite
  
• Official Military Personnel File (Coming Soon)