Early-1920s Marines
Hi Ray
The picture with the mystery hats has had me puzzled for a while now! I thought at first it might be related to the Boer War but then I looked at the rifles - they appear to WW1 period Lee-Enfields. I know that some imperial German troops in the far East used to wear similar headgear so I have always wondered if they might be 'trophy' hats worn for the picture. They appear to be wearing blue tunics and white trousers which I have always thought of as rig for the Tropics. Its a real puzzle!
I'll get the magnifying glass out and check the other image!
Pete
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