Auction Title: Extremely Rare WWII US Army Garrison Cap - Identified: Edward Gacek & Jim Saito (Nisei) - Chicago Infantry Item Description: Overview: This is an authentic WWII United States Army Garrison Cap (Side Cap) with an extraordinary documented history. It is a "named" piece, featuring the markings of two distinct soldiers from Chicago, Illinois. All names and Army Serial Numbers (ASN) have been verified using the U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) database. Historical Provenance: Edward J. Gacek (Primary Owner): ASN: 36701140 (marked on the internal white tag). Enlistment: March 20, 1943, Chicago, IL. Unit: The tag explicitly reads "Gacek US Infantry". NARA records confirm Edward Gacek (1923–1989) served during the war. Having his full ASN makes this a museum-grade identified item. Jim (James) M. Saito: ASN: 36906233. Enlistment: August 26, 1944, Chicago, IL. Nisei Connection: James Saito was a Japanese-American (Nisei) soldier. His name is handwritten inside the cap. Nisei soldiers from Chicago in 1944 were often linked to the legendary 442nd Regimental Combat Team heritage. Unit & Technical Markings: A yellow internal sticker features the prefix 367099 (linked to Robert Schultz, enlisted same day as Gacek) and the code 82/10, potentially referring to the 82nd Infantry Division. The cap is made of original WWII-era Wool Olive Drab. Condition: Excellent vintage condition with honest "field" patina. All handwritten names and labels are 100% original and legible. Why this is a collector's "Must-Have": This cap represents the intersection of two lives from the same city (Chicago) caught in the machinery of WWII. The inclusion of a Nisei soldier (Saito) and a documented US Infantry link makes this a highly sought-after artifact for WWII researchers and collectors. Shipping & Packaging: The items will be carefully wrapped in protective bubble wrap and placed in a sturdy cardboard box to prevent any scratches or structural damage during transit. Shipping via reliable international couriers (e.g., UPS, DHL, or DPD) or registered priority mail, depending on the destination. All shipments are fully tracked and insured for the final auction value. A tracking number will be provided immediately after dispatch. If you win multiple auctions from my shop, I offer combined shipping to reduce your costs.