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18th century grenadier cap, 1746 (fabric)
5920821 18th century grenadier cap, 1746 (fabric) by English School, (18th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: 18th century grenadier cap.
The design on this velvet embroidered grenadier cap depicts the arms of Sir John Hobart, Earl of Buckinghamshire, who was Lord Lieutenant of the County of Norfolk. He raised the Norwich Artillery Company in January 1746 for the defence of the City against possible invasion during the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745-46. This rare item of headdress could have been worn by one of only four officers serving in the Company, including Hobart himself, and is unique in bearing the arms of a private individual rather than the Crown.
Ad-hoc units like the Norwich Artillery stand in a tradition of part-time soldiers who have supplemented the standing Army. These forces were often assembled to resist invasion or for maintaining domestic order. Later examples include the Militia, Territorials and Home Guard.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22764658
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This print showcases an exquisite 18th-century grenadier cap, dating back to 1746. The intricate fabric of this rare headdress is adorned with velvet embroidery, depicting the arms of Sir John Hobart, Earl of Buckinghamshire. As Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk County during the Jacobite Rebellion of 1745-46, Hobart raised the Norwich Artillery Company for the defense of the city against potential invasion. What sets this grenadier cap apart is its unique feature - instead of bearing the arms of the Crown as customary, it proudly displays the personal coat-of-arms belonging to Sir John Hobart himself. This suggests that this exceptional piece may have been worn by one of only four officers in service within the Norwich Artillery Company at that time. The creation and utilization of ad-hoc units like the Norwich Artillery were common practices throughout history when part-time soldiers supplemented standing armies. These forces were often assembled to resist invasions or maintain domestic order. Examples from later periods include Militia, Territorials, and even Home Guard. Preserved at London's National Army Museum, this photograph allows us a glimpse into a significant chapter in military history while highlighting both artistic craftsmanship and historical context. Its rich details serve as a testament to human ingenuity and resilience in times marked by conflict and uncertainty.
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