British Trooper Tunic of Royal Irish 5th Lancers: Circa 1900 (One Only) U.S. Artwork & Posters The history of military sun

The history of military sun helmets

It was intended to be fired from the rigging of Royal Navy warships onto the deck in the event that the ship was boarded by enemy sailors

This is the original

The Fife is 15" in overall length

they sold for a then princely $100

British Trooper Tunic of Royal Irish 5th Lancers: Circa 1900 (One Only) U.S. Artwork & Posters The history of military sunOriginal Item: One Only. Raised in 1689, The 5th Royal Irish Lancers had a long history. This tunic dating from the turn of the century shows buttons bearing Kings Crown indicating after 1901. Always the hardest Lancer Regiment for which to find militaria, this tunic is a very rare find. All buttons and collar badges being present and it's navy blue and red Melton cloth construction retaining full color. The Lancers Tunic with its side buttons somehow