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Button, Northern Bengal Mounted Rifles, 1873-1889 (brass)
5927505 Button, Northern Bengal Mounted Rifles, 1873-1889 (brass) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Button, Northern Bengal Mounted Rifles, 1873-1889.
Blackened brass button with a crown over Queen Victorias cypher surrounded by the regimental title.
The unit was originally formed in 1872 as the Northern Bengal Volunteer Rifle Corps, drawing heavily on British tea planters for recruits. In 1889 the auxiliary unit was reorganised as the Northern Bengal Mounted Rifles with Darjeeling as its headquarters. The motto of the unit was Fideliter, meaning faithfully or with reliance on God.
From the Field Marshal Sir John Chapple Indian Army Collection.); © National Army Museum
Media ID 25058402
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This print showcases a brass button from the Northern Bengal Mounted Rifles, dating back to 1873-1889. The button, beautifully preserved and blackened with time, features a regal crown above Queen Victoria's cypher, surrounded by the regimental title. The Northern Bengal Mounted Rifles originated in 1872 as the Northern Bengal Volunteer Rifle Corps, primarily composed of British tea planters who volunteered for service. In 1889, this auxiliary unit underwent reorganization and became known as the Northern Bengal Mounted Rifles, with its headquarters established in Darjeeling. The motto of this esteemed unit was "Fideliter" meaning faithfully or with reliance on God - a testament to their unwavering dedication and commitment to duty. Part of the Field Marshal Sir John Chapple Indian Army Collection at the National Army Museum in London, this historic artifact offers us a glimpse into an era when recruitment heavily relied upon individuals from various backgrounds coming together for a common cause. This evocative image not only pays homage to those who served but also serves as a reminder of the rich history and diverse composition of military organizations throughout time.
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