Vietnamese Khan Ran Plaid Checkered Scarf - Black

Product Description

The khăn rằn (from Vietnamese khăn '"towel, scarf" is a traditional checkered black and white shawl. This is a traditional shawl worn in the region of Mekong Delta in Vietnam. During the Vietnam War, the distinctive scarf was donned by the Khmer Rouge and Viet Cong soldiers to identify themselves. This is the Black and White checked variation.  The color combination of the scarf is said to indicate what unit the wearer was attached to. The scarves were given as awards, by the unit, for bravery and service Black = Vietcong.  These are new a fresh from Saigon.  Made of cotton and measure about 50 x 22".