Pouchbadge pre-1901



The guelphic crown on the top of the wreathed star was used during Queen Victoria's reign. The 8 pointed star is distinctive to the 5th and can be clearly seen in photos of officers dating quite far back. The title inside the star says 5 GOORKHA REGT.



Regimental details | Pouchbelts


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