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Post by spooky57 on Nov 28, 2010 10:02:42 GMT -5
I just wanted to ask about the Mexican Military hats that were worn in some of the Alamo films. What were the ones called that were arching front to back with the feathers? I've always wondered about the practicality of them, and wondered why they were used. Is there a definitive book that highlights the history of the Mexican military's uniform? Thanks.
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Post by stuart on Nov 28, 2010 10:28:42 GMT -5
I assume you're talking about the ones being worn by the generals and staff officers. These are called bicornes and while not what you or I would regard as a practical form of headgear served to mark out staff officers from lesser mortals wearing caps or shakoes or helmets.
Best study of uniforms currently available is Rene Chartrand's book on Santa Anna's Army, published in the Osprey series
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Post by spooky57 on Nov 28, 2010 20:53:37 GMT -5
Thank Stuart. It makes sense that they are called Bicorn(e)s. I just have seen them, and wondered about them. I remembered the name of the Shakos from a friend, but never knew about the front to back "Napoleonic style" hat. Thanks again. I'll check out the book you mentioned too.
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