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East Kent Militia Victorian Officer's'Albert' pattern shako plate circa 1844-55.. A splendid rare
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East Kent Militia Victorian Officer's'Albert' pattern shako plate circa 1844-55.. A splendid rare large example. Rich gilt crowned star mounted with silver oak wreath bearing ''East Kent' at the top and 'Invicta' at the base. Centrally, the White Horse of Kent in silver. Two horizontal loops to reverse and two pairs of wire behind the crown. VGC. The East Kent Militia was raised at Canterbury 25th February 1760 and was originally numbered the First Regiment of Militia. In 1803 it was renumbered the 57th Regiment of Militia, a title it continued with until 1833, when it was renumbered 49th. Became 3rd Bn. The Buffs (Royal East Kent Regiment) on Friday, 1st July 1881. It was awarded the battle honour 'Mediterranean' for garrison duty during the Crimean War.
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East Kent Militia Victorian Officer's'Albert' pattern shako plate circa 1844-55.. A splendid rare large example. Rich gilt crowned star mounted with silver oak wreath bearing ''East Kent' at the top and 'Invicta' at the base. Centrally, the White Horse of Kent in silver. Two horizontal loops to reverse and two pairs of wire behind the crown. VGC. The East Kent Militia was raised at Canterbury 25th February 1760 and was originally numbered the First Regiment of Militia. In 1803 it was renumbered the 57th Regiment of Militia, a title it continued with until 1833, when it was renumbered 49th. Became 3rd Bn. The Buffs (Royal East Kent Regiment) on Friday, 1st July 1881. It was awarded the battle honour 'Mediterranean' for garrison duty during the Crimean War.
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