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Maître Lydie BRIOULT

Bancroft ‘50 Missions’ cap in beige canvas (size 7)
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Estimate €300 - €400
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Description
Bancroft ‘50 Missions’ cap in beige canvas (size 7) A ‘Flighter’ style cap from Bancroft with a crown made of fine beige (khaki) wool gabardine for summer wear, produced between May 1943 and February 1945. This is a ‘50 Missions’ or ‘Crusher’ cap, very popular amongst airmen, featuring a soft leather peak and a soft crown specifically designed for aviation to allow the use of head-band headphones. The Bancroft model was one of the most sought-after styles amongst pilots of the 8th Air Force. The example on offer is in excellent condition (as shown on page 6 of the book *American Airmen in Europe 1942–1945*). (Mathieu Bianchi Collection)
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About the sale Sale of the Grégory Pons collection and miscellaneous items (Aviation and WW2 Militaria)
Auction location
Auction time 11/14/2026 at 1:30 PM
Lot description modified on 10/08/2026 at 9:20 AM
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