Question

Cousteau's trademark if you will was what, e.g. he often wore it when NOT in the water?

Answer 1

A beanie if I remember correctly.

Comments

Yes, a red cap.

Answer 2

The red watch cap was the traditional divers hat. I believe the Greek sponge divers may have been the group that wore it.

Comments

Good answer. Close. I'll post a link as an answer.

Answer 3

Check out this link for a full answer.

https://blueocean.net/incredible-story-beneath-jacques-cousteaus-famous-red-hat/

Comments

Very interesting article. Thanks!!! I will add that to my trivia knowledge base!!