CHAMBRAY OFFICERS SHRT Z42X008The history of Chambray textile begins in the mid 1500s, finding its start in whats called cambric fabric, a lightweight plain weave fabric. Originally made in Cambrai France it was used for shirting and handkerchiefs. The English spelling chambray used in the early 1800s, led the way in 1901 when the fabric made its way into American use. The U. S. Navy first allowed the use of chambray in uniform terms in the early 20th century. From then on through