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Button, Bengal Staff Corps, 1876-1891 (gilt)
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Button, Bengal Staff Corps, 1876-1891 (gilt)
5928346 Button, Bengal Staff Corps, 1876-1891 (gilt) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Button, Bengal Staff Corps, 1876-1891.
Gilt button by Pitt and Company, with Queen VictoriaAs cypher, A VRA, within a garter bearing the unit title, surmounted by a crown.
In 1861 independent Staff Corps were created for the Bengal, Bombay and Madras Armies. Their purpose was to provide officers for native regiments and to fill Staff and Army Department positions. In addition, officers could be selected for civil and political placements. The separate Staff Corps were subsequently combined into the Indian Staff Corps.
From the Field Marshal Sir John Chapple Indian Army Collection.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23264502
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This print showcases a gilt button from the Bengal Staff Corps, dating back to 1876-1891. The button, created by Pitt and Company, features Queen Victoria's cypher "A VRA" within a garter bearing the unit title, all elegantly surmounted by a crown. During the mid-19th century, independent Staff Corps were established for the Bengal, Bombay, and Madras Armies in India. Their primary purpose was to supply officers for native regiments and fulfill various staff and army department positions. Moreover, these officers had opportunities for civil and political appointments as well. Eventually, these separate Staff Corps were merged into what became known as the Indian Staff Corps. The significance of this particular button lies not only in its exquisite craftsmanship but also in its representation of an era when British influence extended across vast territories. It serves as a testament to the dedication and service rendered by members of the Bengal Staff Corps during their tenure from 1876 to 1891. Preserved at London's National Army Museum as part of Field Marshal Sir John Chapple Indian Army Collection, this print offers viewers a glimpse into history while honoring those who served in one of India's most esteemed military units.
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