Galea

A cap (Galea) is a special type of head covering that has been used in various cultures and eras. Initially, the cap was part of the soldier's uniform of the Roman legionnaires, but over time it became popular among many peoples and turned into an element of the national costume.

The cap usually consists of a rigid material that is placed over the head and secured with straps or ropes. Depending on the culture and time of creation, caps can be made of leather, metal or fabric. They can have various shapes and decorative elements such as feathers, tassels, cords, beads, etc.

The cap was widely used in Europe during the Middle Ages, especially in Spain and Italy. In Spain, the cap was part of the national costume and was worn during holidays and parades. In Italy, the cap was a symbol of military power and part of the uniform of the Roman legionnaires.

Nowadays, the cap is used as an accessory for costumes and outfits at various events such as carnivals, theatrical performances, festivals, etc. It can also be used as protective equipment for soldiers and athletes such as football and hockey players.

Thus, the cap (Galea) is a unique element of the national costume and an accessory that has a rich history and is widely used in the modern world. It continues to be a popular and sought-after element of suits and outfits, giving them a special charm and personality.

The term "cap" has several meanings in Russian.

Main meaning In the scientific community, a cap is a webbed covering made from the sole of an animal's foot or hand. The same name is given to temporary medical bandages for fixing hair and head diseases. One of the medical caps has the designations: medical bandage, elastic bandage, medical head bandage, cap bandage. However, most often caps are medical products for bandaging limbs and feet of various shapes and made from different materials with a gauze or non-woven base. In many parts of the world, the headdress of this name is a cap used by cooks when preparing food and fishermen to protect their heads under water.

**Caps come in several types and each has its own purpose:**. Headgear for catering workers *Some professions require wearing special equipment*. For example, cooks and bakers need to wear hoods to provide additional safety. Therefore, hats are rounded to prevent food particles from falling on the head. In the course of research that took place in the Urals, it was concluded that chapel colloidal heads from the cap protect hair from contamination with flour. And thanks to the water-repellent coating on the material, such caps also protect workers.