WW1 British Royal Flying Corps Other Ranks Wedge Cap

The WW1 British Royal Flying Corps Other Ranks Wedge Cap is a type of soft military headwear issued to non-commissioned personnel of the Royal Flying Corps during the First World War. Characterized by its wedge-shaped design, this cap features a fold-over crown and flaps, which can be extended down for additional warmth or folded up for regular use. The exterior is typically made from khaki wool serge, in keeping with British military uniform standards of the period. The interior is usually lined in cotton, providing some comfort for prolonged wear. Distinctive elements include the Royal Flying Corps brass cap badge affixed to the left side and occasionally a pair of brass general service buttons at the front. The wedge cap was both practical and compact, easily stored in the pocket when not worn. This style remained in use throughout the war until the formation of the Royal Air Force in 1918, when uniform standards changed.