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Westley Richards. 451 inch Pattern No 5 Monkey Tail carbine
5930023 Westley Richards.451 inch Pattern No 5 A Monkey TailA carbine, Uxbridge Yeomanry Cavalry, 1866 (carbine, percussion, Westley Richards, .451 in No 5 1866) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Westley Richards.451 inch Pattern No 5 A Monkey TailA carbine, Uxbridge Yeomanry Cavalry, 1866.
Made by Westley Richards and Company, Birmingham, 1866.
This carbine is a capping breechloader which uses a paper cartridge and percussion cap. The nickname A Monkey TailA comes from the distinct shape of the receiver which is raised to enable the cartridge to be inserted. As well as being issued to auxiliary units at home the A Monkey TailA was exported as a trade carbine and was particularly popular with the Boers in South Africa.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22588156
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This photograph showcases the Westley Richards . 451 inch Pattern No 5 Monkey Tail carbine, a true relic of history. The image captures the intricate details of this remarkable firearm, which was utilized by the Uxbridge Yeomanry Cavalry in 1866. Manufactured by Westley Richards and Company in Birmingham, England, this carbine is a testament to the craftsmanship of its time. Its unique design features a raised receiver resembling a monkey's tail, hence earning it the nickname "Monkey Tail". This distinctive shape allowed for easy insertion of paper cartridges and percussion caps. The significance of this weapon extends beyond its use within auxiliary units at home. It became highly sought after as a trade carbine and gained popularity among the Boers in South Africa. Its reputation as an efficient breechloader made it an invaluable asset on both domestic and international fronts. Preserved at the National Army Museum in London, this print transports us back to an era when firearms were not only tools but also symbols of power and innovation. As we admire this piece from afar, we can appreciate its historical value while acknowledging how far technology has advanced since then. Through Bridgeman Images' lens, we are granted access to explore our past through artistry – reminding us that even objects like weapons have stories worth telling.
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