Name/Title
Hat of John LamsonEntry/Object ID
2024.1007.177Description
White hat of John Lamson, name written on upturned brim.Context
John Lamson was a MM1c on Battleship Texas from May 1917 to June 1919. Throughout his time on Texas, he sent a letter to his family at least once a week, often more. Longer stretches of absence are explained either by movement across the Atlantic, or with the Grand Fleet.
Dress Blues were the standard uniform for the enlisted sailor in the Navy, and included a jumper, trousers, white hat, and blue cap. Patches denoting sailor rate were on their right arm. Sailors also received handkerchiefs, socks, and many other articles.Collection
Collection (John F. Lamson), Historical CollectionsLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
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ClothingNomenclature Category
Category 03: Personal Objects
