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Pouch ornament, 9th Bengal Lancers, 1886-1901 (gilt)
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Pouch ornament, 9th Bengal Lancers, 1886-1901 (gilt)
5928035 Pouch ornament, 9th Bengal Lancers, 1886-1901 (gilt) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pouch ornament, 9th Bengal Lancers, 1886-1901.
Gilt badge in the form of the unit monogram BL.
The 9th Bengal Lancers evolved from Hodsons Horse, an irregular cavalry unit raised by Brevet Major William Hodson during the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859). The 9th Bengal Cavalry was one of three regiments formed from Hodsons Horse. Converting to the lance in 1885, the 9th served in the Sudan campaign (1885-1886) and on the North West Frontier from 1895 to 1898. During World War One (1914-1918) the regiment served on the Western Front and in Palestine.
In 1921 9th Hodsons Horse were amalgamated with 10th Duke of Cambridges Own Lancers (Hodsons Horse), forming the 4th Duke of Cambridges Own Hodsons Horse in the following year. Post-independence, the 4th (Hodson s) Horse retained its founders name, as part of Indias armoured force.
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This print showcases a stunning pouch ornament from the 9th Bengal Lancers, dating back to the years 1886-1901. Crafted with intricate detail and adorned in gilt, this badge takes the form of the unit monogram BL. The history behind this remarkable piece is equally fascinating. The 9th Bengal Lancers originated from Hodsons Horse, an irregular cavalry unit established by Brevet Major William Hodson during the Indian Mutiny of 1857-1859. As one of three regiments formed from Hodsons Horse, the 9th Bengal Cavalry transitioned to using lances in 1885. Throughout its existence, this esteemed regiment played significant roles in various campaigns and conflicts. They served in Sudan (1885-1886) and on the North West Frontier between 1895 and 1898. During World War One (1914-1918), they valiantly fought on both the Western Front and Palestine. In a momentous turn of events, in 1921, the regiment merged with another distinguished cavalry unit -the10th Duke of Cambridges Own Lancers (Hodsons Horse)- forming what would be known as the formidable force: The 4th Duke of Cambridges Own Hodsons Horse. Even after India gained independence, this renowned regiment retained its founder's name as part of India's armored force. This exceptional photograph belongs to Field Marshal Sir John Chapple Indian Army Collection at London's National Army Museum and provides us with a glimpse into history that is both awe-inspiring and thought-provoking.
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