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Helmet badge, United Provinces Horse, 1904-1947 (metal)
5927600 Helmet badge, United Provinces Horse, 1904-1947 (metal) by Foley, John Henry (1818-74); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Helmet badge, United Provinces Horse, 1904-1947.
Silver and gilt badge in the form of a horseman on a tablet with the battle honour, A Relief of LucknowA, above a scroll bearing the auxiliary unitAs name, A United Provinces HorseA.
The United Provinces Light Horse was formed in 1904 from the amalgamation of the Allahabad Light Horse, the Cawnpore Light Horse, the Gorakhpur Light Horse, the Ghazipur Light Horse and the Oudh Light Horse.
The figure of the horsemen is similar to an equestrian statue of Lieutenant-General Sir James Outram (1803-1863) in Calcutta, sculpted by John Henry Foley. Outram distinguished himself in the operation to relieve the besieged city of Lucknow during the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859).
From the Field Marshal Sir John Chapple Indian Army Collection.); eNational Army Museum; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23264582
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of history - the Helmet badge of the United Provinces Horse, dating back to 1904-1947. Crafted by renowned artist John Henry Foley, this silver and gilt badge depicts a horseman on a tablet with the battle honor "A Relief of Lucknow" above a scroll bearing the name of the auxiliary unit, "United Provinces Horse". The United Provinces Light Horse was formed in 1904 through the amalgamation of several esteemed cavalry units: Allahabad Light Horse, Cawnpore Light Horse, Gorakhpur Light Horse, Ghazipur Light Horse, and Oudh Light Horse. The design of this badge is reminiscent of an equestrian statue sculpted by Foley himself - that of Lieutenant-General Sir James Outram in Calcutta. Lieutenant-General Outram played a pivotal role during the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859) when he led operations to relieve the besieged city of Lucknow. This historical event is commemorated on this helmet badge as it bears resemblance to his statue. Preserved at London's National Army Museum as part of Field Marshal Sir John Chapple's Indian Army Collection, this metal artifact serves as a testament to bravery and valor exhibited by those who served under its banner. Its intricate details and symbolic significance make it an invaluable addition to any collection dedicated to preserving military heritage.
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