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Bicorne — a distinctive two-pointed hat with its ends turned up, gained widespread popularity in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It is most famously associated with military leaders like Napoleon Bonaparte and civilian figures of the era. The name “bicorne” is derived from the French words “bi” (meaning two) and “corne” (meaning horn), referring to the hat’s characteristic shape. The bicorne hat symbolized authority and fashion during its heyday, serving as an iconic piece of headwear in the history of fashion and military attire.