RARE Kangol Wear Limited 1943 Red Beret

This is a perfect example of a RARE 1943 Kangol Wear Limited red beret worn by all men who had completed a parachute or a glider course and were a member of the British Airborne Forces or the Special Air Service. This distinctive head dress was officially introduced in 1942, at the direction of General Frederick Browning, commander of the British 1st Airborne Division. The colour of the beret was reportedly chosen by his wife, the novelist Daphne du Maurier. It was first worn by the men of the Parachute Regiment in action in North Africa during November 1942. Although maroon, the beret of the British Parachute Regiment is often known as the "red beret." The beret has its original Parachute Regiment cap badge attached and it is showing a 'ghost' image after removing. With a size of 6 7/8 its a good size beret. The beret has also some small and medium moth holes which is not uncommon after 68 years. The beret is in a very nice and used condition. Very hard to find these days.

Code: 50226