WW2 French Artillery Officer’s Kepi Size 7 1/8

The WW2 French Artillery Officer’s Kepi Size 7 1/8 is a period-correct example of headgear worn by French Army officers during the Second World War. The kepi features the traditional cylindrical shape with a flat, circular top and short, firm visor characteristic of French military uniforms. Typically constructed with a wool or felt body, the kepi is finished in a dark blue color with red piping and insignia denoting the artillery branch and officer rank. The interior is lined, with a sweatband for comfort, and bears markings indicating size 7 1/8. Such kepis formed an essential part of the French officer’s uniform and were worn in both field and garrison settings, reflecting the continuity of French military dress traditions into the 20th century. This example illustrates the distinctive style adopted by French artillery officers during the era and serves as a representative artifact from the period.