Do You Know: Which is the only regiment to wear two cap badges? (colour litho)

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Do You Know: Which is the only regiment to wear two cap badges? (colour litho)

8668142 Do You Know: Which is the only regiment to wear two cap badges? (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Which is the only regiment to wear two cap badges? The old 28th Foot, now the 1st Battalion Gloucester Regiment, and this unique honour was won on 21 March 1801, before Alexandria, when the battalion was attacked simultaneously in front and rear. The Commanding Officer ordered the rear rank to turn about, so that the soldiers fought back to back. The enemy was repulsed, and the 28th were awarded the unparalleled honour of wearing their number "28" on the front and back of their head-dress. Later a badge replaced the number, and this is still worn. Illustration for one of a set of 50 "Do You Know?" cigarette cards issued by Carreras in 1939.); © Look and Learn

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Alexandria Alexandrian Back Badge Digit Enemy Foes Head Dress Head Scarf Headscarf Headscarves Learn North African Number Numeral Stereoscopic Card View From The Back 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 19301939 1933 34 Africa African African Educating Egyptians General Knowledge Knowing Years 1930 Years 30 Years Thirty

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This colour lithograph print titled "Do You Know: Which is the only regiment to wear two cap badges?" by English School from the 20th century showcases a fascinating piece of military history. The image depicts soldiers from the old 28th Foot, now known as the 1st Battalion Gloucester Regiment, who earned a unique honour during a battle before Alexandria on March 21, 1801. In a moment of bravery and quick thinking, the Commanding Officer ordered the rear rank to turn about so that the soldiers could fight back to back when attacked simultaneously in front and rear. This courageous act led to their victory against the enemy forces and subsequently awarded them with an unparalleled honour - wearing their number "28" on both the front and back of their head-dress. The illustration is part of a set of informative cigarette cards called "Do You Know?" issued by Carreras in 1939. It not only educates viewers about this remarkable event but also highlights the importance of knowledge and learning about historical events. The detailed depiction captures this significant moment in military history, showcasing bravery, strategy, and unity among soldiers facing adversity.

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