WWII USAAF Officer's Khaki "Flighter" Crusher Cap by Bancroft Cap Co. Identified to Lt. Walter E. Lamb (Size 7 1/2)

Description

This is an original WWII U.S. Army Air Force officer's "Flighter" crusher cap manufactured by Bancroft Cap Co. of Framingham, Massachusetts. It is inscribed with its original owner's name and initials, "Lamb, W. E.". View the Veteran's Information section for more details regarding Lieutenant Walter E. Lamb's life and military service. This cap is constructed of a summer weight khaki cotton and features a russet brown leather chinstrap and single ply "crushable" visor. When first acquired, this cap was missing its officer's device; we sourced a faithful replacement that aligns perfectly with the discoloration left by the cap's prior oversized device. Unfortunately, no size tag could be located, however, it has been measured and is a confirmed size 7 1/2.

Provenance

Private Collection, Nashville, Tennessee

Condition Report

This cap is in fair, well used condition. The khaki material exhibits moth holes, the headliner has stiffened, and the headband is fraying throughout.

Veteran's Information

Walter Elmo Lamb was born on December 20, 1920, in Tennessee. On March 30, 1942, Lamb enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps at Camp Forrest, Tennessee. Lamb survived the war and eventually achieved the rank of first lieutenant. Lamb died on January 20, 1976, at the age of 55. Made available to the new owner below are Lamb's enlistment records from the National Archives and his gravesite. At Gustafson's request, the National Archives is currently processing Lamb's complete file, which will be made available below when completed.

• Enlistment Records
• Gravesite
• FOIA Research Results (Coming Soon)