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Old 08-01-20, 12:59 PM
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He is wearing a QVR helmet plate but the photograph may date from after her passing.
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Old 08-01-20, 01:39 PM
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A lovely photograph.
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Old 08-01-20, 06:02 PM
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The rifle is a Martini Henry if that helps to date?

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Looks like a Lee Metford/Long Lee to me?

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The bayonet appears too long for a Lee Metford or Lee Enfield.
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Old 08-01-20, 08:46 PM
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Looks like a Lee Metford/Long Lee to me?

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Just checked out pictures of Lee Metford and the Martini Henry I have and it would appear to be a Martini Henry.
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