What is stout shako?

Stout Shako is a type of military headgear that originated in the early 19th century. It was primarily used by the British army and was made of wool felt with a leather or metal brim. The name "Stout Shako" comes from the French word "chapeau" which means hat or headgear. The shako was typically adorned with a badge or emblem of the regiment or unit. It was also common for soldiers to decorate their shako with plumes or other decorative elements. The stout shako fell out of use in the early 20th century and was replaced by a variety of other headgear. However, the shako remains an important part of military history and is still worn by some ceremonial units today.