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Old 11-03-19, 08:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Paul Spellman View Post
They are Pipers badges, however prior to 1890 the 2nd Bn wore similar with a Gilt backing.
Paul
That makes sense as an alternative to a SNCO, similar then to the concept of a bandsmen’s badge. What do you mean by ‘gilt backing’ for the 2nd Battalion?
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