Steeped in Revolutionary lore, the New York state flag utilizes a deep blue background derived from the proud military banners carried by early New York militias. While the state briefly switched to a buff-colored field in 1896 to honor George Washington's continental uniforms, the civilian public and Civil War veterans fiercely rejected the change. Listening to their outcry, the legislature officially resurrected the iconic deep blue field on April 2, 1901, securing a timeless background for the state's storied coat of arms. • Content: 85% upcycled cotton 15% RPET • Production: Knit in Waterloo, NY by our friends and knitting partners at Mozaic Organization; a not-for-profit employing, assisting, and providing services to thousands of disabled person in the Fingerlakes, NY area. • Length: 11.5-12 Inches (without fold) The watchcap is a style that's existed for well over 100 years, though it's most commonly associated with WWII US Navy personnel. A watchcap is a shorter hat, traditionally meant to be worn folded above the ears. However, you can also wear it unfolded, rolled, double-folded, etc.