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Sabretache or pouch ornament, 10th Bengal Lancers, 1874-1901 (silveron and gilt)
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Sabretache or pouch ornament, 10th Bengal Lancers, 1874-1901 (silveron and gilt)
5928033 Sabretache or pouch ornament, 10th Bengal Lancers, 1874-1901 (silveron and gilt) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Sabretache or pouch ornament, 10th Bengal Lancers, 1874-1901.
Silveron and gilt badge in the form of the unit monogram BL with an X in the centre, surmounted by a crown.
Hodsons Horse was an irregular cavalry unit raised by Brevet Major William Hodson during the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859). The 10th Bengal Cavalry was one of three regiments formed from Hodsons Horse. The 10th served in Abyssinia in 1871, and Afghanistan in 1878. In 1878 the unit became the 10th Bengal (The Duke of Cambridges Own) Lancers. During World War One the regiment were posted to Mesopotamia, serving there from 1916 until 1920.
In 1921 the 10th were amalgamated with the 9th Bengal Lancers, 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.
From the Field Marshal Sir John Chapple Indian Army Collection.); © National Army Museum
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of history - the Sabretache or pouch ornament of the 10th Bengal Lancers, dating from 1874 to 1901. Crafted with intricate detail, this silveron and gilt badge features the unit monogram BL with an X in the center, elegantly surmounted by a crown. The 10th Bengal Lancers were part of Hodsons Horse, an irregular cavalry unit formed during the Indian Mutiny in the mid-19th century by Brevet Major William Hodson. This esteemed regiment served in various campaigns including Abyssinia in 1871 and Afghanistan in 1878. In recognition of their valiant efforts, they became known as the 10th Bengal (The Duke of Cambridge's Own) Lancers. During World War One, these brave soldiers were deployed to Mesopotamia where they dutifully served from 1916 until 1920. Following amalgamation with the 9th Bengal Lancers in 1921, they formed the prestigious 4th Duke of Cambridge's Own Hodson's Horse. Even after India gained independence, this illustrious regiment retained its founder's name as part of India's armored force. The significance and legacy embodied by this sabretache ornament are truly awe-inspiring. Preserved within National Army Museum London and captured beautifully through Bridgeman Images' lens for Fine Art Finder, this photograph allows us to appreciate not only its artistic value but also serves as a poignant reminder of those who dedicated their lives to protecting our freedom.
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