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74th Highland Regiment of Foot…
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Auction Location:
Auckland
Date:
5-Dec-2023
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Description:
74th Highland Regiment of Foot Pennant with battle honours for Seringapatam (1799) and Assaye (1803). The Elephant emblem awarded to the regiment for Assaye surrounded by laurels with unidentified armorials on the reverse, all very finely embroidered in highlighted colours on silk, some signs of wear, good over all condition considering age, ca 1810. 31 x 57 cm, mounted & framed. The victories by the British East India Company in these two important campaigns over the Kingdom of Mysore and the Maratha Empire consolidated British power in India. Provenance: Estate of John Lawford.
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Category:
Militaria & Weapons: Medals, Badges, Insignia