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Pouch belt plate, 11th Regiment of Bengal Cavalry (Lancers), 1864-1876 (silver and gilt)
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Pouch belt plate, 11th Regiment of Bengal Cavalry (Lancers), 1864-1876 (silver and gilt)
5928122 Pouch belt plate, 11th Regiment of Bengal Cavalry (Lancers), 1864-1876 (silver and gilt) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Pouch belt plate, 11th Regiment of Bengal Cavalry (Lancers), 1864-1876.
Silver and gilt badge with five-pointed star at the centre, surrounded by a garter bearing the inscription, Heavens Light Our Guide, and the regimental number XI. All encircled by a wreath and surmounted by the Imperial Crown. Scolls bear the battle honours, for Lucknow, Taku Forts and Pekin.
This unit was originally raised in Lahore during the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859) by Captain Frederick Wale. After Wales death in 1858, Major Dighton Probyn took over command of the unit, renamed the 1st Regiment of Sikh Irregular Cavalry. It was initially under the control of the Government of the Punjab but in 1860 authority was transferred to the Commander-in-Chief, India. The regiment served in China during the 2nd China War (1857-1860) hence the presence of the battle honours for the Taku Forts and Peking (Beijing). Re-designated the 11th Bengal Cavalry the unit returned to India in 1861, adding Lancers into its name in 1864. After merging with the 12th Cavalry in 1921 the unit became the 5th King Edwards Own Probyns Horse. The regiment survived the partition of India as the 5th Horse, an armoured regiment of the Pakistan Army.
From the Field Marshal Sir John Chapple Indian Army Collection.); © National Army Museum
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This print showcases a stunning pouch belt plate from the 11th Regiment of Bengal Cavalry (Lancers), dating back to 1864-1876. Crafted with exquisite detail, this silver and gilt badge features a prominent five-pointed star at its center, encircled by a garter bearing the inspiring inscription "Heavens Light Our Guide" and the regimental number XI. The badge is further adorned with an elegant wreath and surmounted by the Imperial Crown, symbolizing its allegiance to the British Empire. Notably, this historic unit was originally established in Lahore during the tumultuous Indian Mutiny of 1857-1859 under Captain Frederick Wale. Following Wale's untimely demise in 1858, Major Dighton Probyn assumed command and renamed it as the 1st Regiment of Sikh Irregular Cavalry. Over time, it underwent various transformations before becoming known as the 11th Bengal Cavalry Lancers in 1864. Having served gallantly during significant conflicts such as China's Second Opium War (1857-1860), where they participated in battles at Taku Forts and Peking (Beijing), this regiment earned battle honors that are proudly displayed on scrolls surrounding their emblem. Despite undergoing several name changes throughout history, including merging with other cavalry units and surviving India's partition in 1947, this remarkable regiment continues to exist today as Pakistan Army's armored regiment known as the 5th Horse. Preserved within Field Marshal Sir John Chapple Indian Army Collection at London's National Army Museum, this extraordinary artifact serves as a testament to both historical significance and artistic craftsmanship.
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