Original U.S. Indian Wars Model 1872 Chasseur Style Kepi Worn by a Member of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War - Size 7 1/4 Books & Films which was definitely used in

which was definitely used in service

It is still nicely stamped on the header with the manufacturer information legible:

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Aide de Camp to King of Hanover

This maker name is a wartime makers Union abbreviated markind

Original U.S. Indian Wars Model 1872 Chasseur Style Kepi Worn by a Member of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War - Size 7 1/4 Books & Films which was definitely used inOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fair condition example of a late 19th century U. S. Model 1872 style kepi that was worn by a member of the Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War. The cap follows the Indian Wars era Chasseur style military pattern and retains its original leather chinstrap secured by a pair of Sons of Union Veterans buttons. The kepi is constructed from dark blue wool broadcloth with a painted leather visor. The interior