A Foreign Legion Enlisted Man’s Kepi Newly Listed 1896 in Oro Station

1896 in Oro Station

with short gilt chain attachment

with two pockets

that Charles Riewe was denouncing his Prussian citizenship and his intent to become an American citizen

having achieved the Rifle Marksman Qualification Badge

A Foreign Legion Enlisted Man’s Kepi Newly Listed 1896 in Oro StationA traditional (1950s 1960s) French Foreign Legion Kepi; band constructed of dark navy wool with silver red embroidered seven flame grenade and black leather chin strap on front half attached on sides by golden buttons; single navy loop on top section of band; crown crafted out of red wool with single blue loop around outer edge of crown; visor made out of black Vulcanfibre with black leather sweatband and black velvet lining; maker markings S. C. P