France, Indochina War (1946-1954). - Lot 300

France, Indochina War (1946-1954). Captain's kepi model 1919/31 of the 23rd Regiment of Moroccan Tirailleurs. Rigid carcass, the cap in fine madder wool and the rim in fine sky-blue wool. 3-strand Hungarian knot and ranks in gold passementerie. The corps number and Cherifian star are embroidered with gold piping. Flat false chinstrap in gilded trimmings and small domed buttons in gilded brass. Black leather-lined visor with black plastic trim. Black satinette inner cap with "J.M PRIGENT école supérieure de Guerre PARIS" tailor's mark and tan leather sweatband. The removable mika protecting the bottom of the cap is present. Complete. Worn. The kepi comes with a pair of flat Moroccan Tirailleurs captain's epaulets of the same provenance. (Uniform, worn set with minor wear and tear. Fairly good condition.) Note: 23rd Moroccan Rifleman enlisted from 1947-1949 in Indochina.