Canadian RCAF Korean War Women’s Wedge Cap Dated 1952 Size 7 3/8

The Canadian RCAF Korean War Women’s Wedge Cap, dated 1952, is an original piece of military headwear issued to female personnel of the Royal Canadian Air Force during the early 1950s. This cap is marked with the year of manufacture, 1952, situating it within the context of the Korean War period. The wedge cap is constructed from dark blue wool, consistent with contemporary RCAF uniforms, and includes a lightweight black synthetic lining for comfort. The cap features embroidered detail on the front, representative of the RCAF insignia used during this era, though no badges or additional insignia are present unless otherwise noted. It is sized at 7 3/8, corresponding to a medium-large fit. Such caps were standard-issue for servicewomen and reflect the evolving role of women in the Canadian military. This item provides insight into the uniform regulations and stylistic conventions of the RCAF’s women’s division during the Korean War period.