Malaya jungle hat bands
I have always been under the impression that the Commonwealth forces in Malaya adopted white bands for all units on 'jungle hats'. The reasoning behind this was that this style of hat was worn by various forces and the white band distinguished 'friendly' forces whilst in the gloom of the jungle (It might just have well identified an enemy to the guerillas).
These bands were often elaborated on. Each Company of the Suffolk Regt adopted wore something different on the white band- writing, symbols etc. Their museum has two or three variations.
Regards, Stephen.
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