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Clothing Accessories
Clothing and Accessories
Men's Clothing
Headwear
Uniforms ➔ Occupational Cap
Identifier:
146578Description:
This cap is from the Grand Rapids Police Department and was worn around 1955 to 1970. It is made of navy blue cotton and has a black chinstrap.Date:
1955 – 1970Materials:
CottonDimensions:
6"" h 11"" w 11.5"" dCurrent Location Status:
In StorageCollection Tier:
Tier 2Source:
Gift Of Grand Rapids Police DepartmentRelated Entities:
Gerber Manufacturing Inc. (creator)Gerber Manufacturing Inc. was located in Mishawaka, Indiana. Grand Rapids Police Department (donor)
The Grand Rapids Police Department was formed in 1871 and began with a police chief and eight patrolmen. As of 2018, it consists of nearly 300 sworn personnel and around 100 civilian employees. It is the second largest municipal police department in Michigan.
