Nordic Army® Shemagh Palestine shawl Air Force - Sand

Classic Shemagh, Palestinian shawl with woven air force logo in the color sand, made of 100% cotton.

High quality. Dimensions: 110 cm x 110 cm. This Shemagh, Palestinian shawl 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 while 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.

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

• can be used as a face veil - to hide the face

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

• Can be used as a small parasol cover while resting

• can be used as an arm sling - providing a wounded arm support

• can be used as a foot wrap - to replace a lost sock

• can be used as a case for equipment

• can be used as a towel

• can be used as a short rope