Beanies are not likely to make any back-to-school fashion lists in 2022, but at some point in time Denfeld High School had a line of round, brimless, snug-fitting, maroon-and-gold skullcaps.

Although the one in the photo above sports the year 1938, it most likely wasn’t made in 1938. It looks like a more modern screen printing job. Also, there is a similar beanie among the relics on display at the school, and it bears the year 1947.

So, who can provide Denfeld’s beanie backstory? When did someone decide to print up a bunch of beanies with different years on them and for what purpose?