The RAN officially adopted the Slouch Hat, (termed Wide Brimmed Hat), as an item of uniform for all ranks. It had for many years, at least since World War I, been used by RAN personnel operating in tropical areas such as New Guinea.
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Preserving Australia's Naval History
The RAN officially adopted the Slouch Hat, (termed Wide Brimmed Hat), as an item of uniform for all ranks. It had for many years, at least since World War I, been used by RAN personnel operating in tropical areas such as New Guinea.