Original U.S. Army Indian Wars Model 1876 Cold Weather Hood / Hat U.S. Field Gear these bear simulated WWII markings

these bear simulated WWII markings

Minor pock marks and residual metal that may have become trapped in the mold

Year of Manufacture: 1811

The 1st Battalion was stationed in Ireland from 1881 to September 1885

Original U.S. Army Indian Wars Model 1876 Cold Weather Hood / Hat U.S. Field Gear these bear simulated WWII markingsOriginal Item: Only One Available. Indian War Model 1876 Cold Weather Combination Hood Hat. Developed for soldiers stationed on the frontier, especially in Prairie areas where the unbearable cold weather conditions really took its toll on the troops serving in those areas. Constructed of an ochre duck cotton, lined with red wool, and trimmed with twill cotton tape, The hood could be secured by the means of two buttons at the front. A fold down visor