Mounted Lieutenant c1882


The pouchbelt in this photo looks as if it has the flask cord attached. The red throat plume seems to have a crescent ornament. The sabretache is more ornate than that seen in the 1878 photo so must have the battle honours for the Afghan War of 1878-80.


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