Original Item: Only One Available. This is a fantastic example of an early Vietnam War Era (1968-69) US Army Dress Blues Uniform Peaked Visor for a General Officer. The cap shows very little signs of wear and is in near unissued condition. The top celluloid lining still retains the original “business card” for Brigadier General (1 Star) Donald H. McGovern.

Brigadier General Donald H. McGovern was a highly decorated officer in the US Army, with a distinguished career spanning multiple major conflicts. He led the 5th Infantry Division, a renowned unit also known as the "Red Diamond" or "Red Devils", during his tenure from May to June in 1968. This division was well-known for its service in World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War, as well as with NATO and the U.S. Army III Corps.

McGovern's service record was exemplary, having received numerous awards and commendations for his bravery and leadership. During World War II, he earned the Silver Star while serving with the 86th Infantry Division, a high honor recognizing his gallantry in the face of enemy fire. His actions during the Vietnam War were also recognized with the Army Distinguished Service Medal, a prestigious award reserved for the most exceptional meritorious service to the government in a duty of great responsibility.

The cap is in a size 7 ⅛, as marked on a small tag on the sweatband and is offered in excellent condition.

Comes more than ready for further research and display.

The Army Uniform Board appointed a special subcommittee on caps in 1950 to develop a cap design for the general duty uniform. The committee recommended a solid construction service cap in one shade, similar in design to the cap developed by the Quartermaster Corps for the Air Force in 1948. The Army adopted a modified version of this cap on September 9, 1954. The new cap was made of Army Green shade 44 wool serge with a black leather visor and chinstrap. It had a straight, high front and relaxed crown, and a bright brass disc with the US Coat of Arms was worn centered on the front. The cap was authorized for wear with both the summer khaki uniforms as well as with the Army Green Uniform. The same design in dark blue piped in yellow was also used for Dress Blue Uniform cap. The committee also decided that the olive drab wool and the khaki cotton garrison caps piped in branch colors would be replaced with a single pattern of garrison cap in Army green shade 44, wool serge piped in dark green.