Brandit Shemagh Palestine Shawl - Black/Navy Blue

Classic Shemagh / Palestinian shawl made of 100% cotton. High quality. Dimensions: 110 cm x 110 cm. This Shemagh is a traditional headgear originating in the Middle East / Arab culture developed from the Arab turban - and has been used by them for centuries. Nowadays it is perhaps most publicly known as used by the Palestinians. To the Western world and - in military use - the British SAS (Special Air Service) discovered the Shemagh's potential when operating in the deserts of North Africa during WW2. It has been a popular and valuable part of SAS soldiers' equipment since and has spread from there.

• as a headgear - keep sun or snow, wind, sand and dust - off eyes, face and neck

• as a face veil - to hide the face

• worn around the neck like a scarf - retains warmth in cold weather and absorbs sweat / protects the neck in hot and sunny conditions

• as a small parasol cover while resting

• as an arm sling - giving an injured arm support

• as a foot wrap - to replace a lost sock

• as a case for equipment

• like a towel

• like a short rope