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Flat-cap
A typical flat cap, often worn in Europe.
Deutsche Feldmütze, Sumpftarn, Bundesgrenzschutz (BGS)
A German field cap.
Texas Tech Red Raiders baseball cap
A common baseball cap.

A cap is a type of headgear. This means it's something you wear on your head. Caps fit closely to your head. People have worn them in almost every society. They are especially popular in places with colder weather.

Caps first appeared a very long time ago, around 3,200 BC. Many caps have a visor, which is a stiff part that sticks out to shade your eyes. Some caps, however, do not have any brim at all. Caps are popular for everyday wear. You often see them in sports and as a fashion item. They help keep your head warm. The visor also helps block sunlight from your eyes. Caps come in many different shapes, sizes, and styles. Baseball caps are one of the most well-known types of caps.

Images for kids

  • Meyrick Helmet feb 2011

    The Meyrick Helmet is an ancient Celtic helmet. It likely came from Northern England around 1 AD. It was designed to protect eyes during battle.

  • Casquette a helice

    A propeller hat, also known as a propeller beanie.

  • Phrygian Cap

    A Phrygian cap worn as a fashion statement.

  • The only known example of an original 'Monmouth Cap',dating from the 16th century

    This is the only known original Monmouth cap. It dates back to the 16th century.

  • Hufflepuff Hat

    A type of Knit cap sometimes called a bobblehat, toque, or stocking cap.

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