My WW1 Cavalry Badges

[Frank Kelley]

No they did not, as I said before, the 14th Hussars simply wore their much loved eagles prior to 1915.

Originally Posted by slick_mick

Thanks Tony! I've located a replacement 6th Inniskillings badge.

Also does anyone know if the 14th Hussars wore oval collars with their early oval hat badge?

Mick

[slick_mick]

Originally Posted by Frank Kelley

No they did not, as I said before, the 14th Hussars simply wore their much loved eagles prior to 1915.

Thanks for the clarification. Will have to look for a pair of much loved eagles instead

Mick

[Frank Kelley]

Well, for the Great War, I really shouldn't worry too much if I were you, once the game was in play, you certainly would not expect to see them, everyone went into Serge or Drill for the duration, depending upon where they were actually serving.

[Frank Kelley]

Still super things though.

[Frank Kelley]

You should note that they differ slightly from the more substantial white metal eagle used upon the cap badge and they do face of course.

[slick_mick]

Originally Posted by Frank Kelley

Still super things though.

Great reference pic Frank! Thanks for sharing.

Mick

[Lancer 17]

Originally Posted by slick_mick

OK thanks Alan.

Now to find a pair!

Mick

Hi Mick

Pm sent

Phil.

[Frank Kelley]

Well, I think it's quite a nice period to collect, very much the golden age, the British cavalry were truly magnificent and well ahead of their European counterparts.

Originally Posted by slick_mick

Great reference pic Frank! Thanks for sharing.

Mick

[slick_mick]

Originally Posted by Frank Kelley

Well, I think it's quite a nice period to collect, very much the golden age, the British cavalry were truly magnificent and well ahead of their European counterparts.

I agree - maybe we should start a thread for people to post pictures of British WW1 Cavalry uniforms and insignia being worn?

Mick