Uniform and headgear regulations for political leaders were addressed as
early as 1920, with the standard headgear at that time being a Kepi-style cap.
The political uniform and headgear regulations subsequently underwent numerous
modifications, and in January of 1934 a visor cap, based on the army style, was
introduced for wear. This 1934 visor cap also underwent modifications until a final
pattern was introduced in July of 1939. The heirarchy was structured in four ascending
levels of government. This hat was worn by a member of the "Ortsgruppe", with each
group being distinguished by a specific. color of piping on the collar tabs and visor cap.
The inner sweatband has been replaced due to wear. Size marked on inside is '27', and
stamped number of hat is 185156.