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Skull of 'Plassey' the tiger, 1870 circa (bone)
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Skull of 'Plassey' the tiger, 1870 circa (bone)
5922199 Skull of 'Plassey' the tiger, 1870 circa (bone); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: The skull of 'Plassey', the pet tiger of the 102nd Regiment of Foot (Royal Madras Fusiliers), 1870 circa.
The regimental pet of the 102nd Regiment of Foot (Royal Madras Fusiliers) was a Bengal tiger cub called 'Plassey'. He was named after Robert Clive's famous victory of 1757, which was also a battle honour of the Madras Fusiliers. Indeed, the cap badge of the Fusiliers also depicted a tiger, a beast much respected in Indian culture for its strength, grace and power.
'Plassey' was one of a pair of tigers captured by Captain Frank Thackwell of the 5th Lancers, and presented by him to the Fusiliers. Legend has it that 'Plassey' was fairly tame and even on friendly terms with the 102nd's other regimental pets in India, an antelope and a dog. In 1868, after 233 years of Indian service, the 102nd were shipped to England for the first time. 'Plassey' came with them and was certainly well behaved on the voyage home from India, when he was in the company of two young leopards. On arrival, he lived unchained with the garrison at Dover, but apparently alarmed the local inhabitants on several occasions. He was reluctantly sent to the local zoological gardens, where he eventually died.); © National Army Museum
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This striking print captures the skull of 'Plassey', the beloved pet tiger of the 102nd Regiment of Foot (Royal Madras Fusiliers) in 1870. Named after Robert Clive's famous victory at Plassey in 1757, 'Plassey' was a Bengal tiger cub who symbolized strength, grace, and power - qualities also reflected in the regiment's cap badge depicting a tiger.
Captured by Captain Frank Thackwell of the 5th Lancers and presented to the Fusiliers, 'Plassey' lived harmoniously with other regimental pets in India before accompanying his comrades on their journey to England in 1868. Despite being well-behaved during the voyage home, 'Plassey' caused quite a stir among locals when he roamed freely around Dover. Eventually, he was relocated to a local zoo where he spent his final days.
The image serves as a poignant reminder of the unique bond between soldiers and their animal companions throughout history. It offers a glimpse into a bygone era when exotic creatures like 'Plassey' were not just mascots but cherished members of military units, bringing comfort and camaraderie to those serving far from home. The skull of this majestic tiger stands as a testament to loyalty and friendship that transcends species boundaries.
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