English costume from prehistoric times to the end of the eighteenth century (1910)
Clinch, George, 1860-1921 · Chicago : A. C. McClurg; London, Methuen · leaf 415
he hood was in use in the time of Edward III, andwas originally intended to serve as a defensive coveringfor the head. It was made of the same material as thesurcoat. The cap, afterwards introduced, did not supersedethe hood, which was retained and worn hanging downthe back in the manner of a… … ROr.P:.S OF THE .MOST NOBLE ORDER OF THE GARTER
Costume -- Great Britain · England -- Social life and customs
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