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09-03-23, 06:39 PM
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New member from Ireland
Greetings. I have been a collector of Military & Police uniform and equipment far longer than i wish to remember. I was researching Bent & Parker when i came across the Forum. After browsing i found it very interesting and was astonished by the wealth of knowledge. so here i am and i hope some of the forums members will be able to point me in the right direction with my query's.
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16-03-23, 11:46 AM
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B&P Interest
I have a 11 Hussars Sgt Uniform circa 1903. The uniform was issued to Alfred E East 11th Hussars PAO. Interesting Alfred was certified by the Royal Army Clothing Factory as a Master Tailor on the 4th of July 1903. On researching his history i discovered he was an apprentice tailor before enlisting. On retirement he set up a tailor shop across from the barracks in Ballincollig Co Cork Ireland. He died around 1940. I have not located his grave but will do so (hopefully). I managed to put together a copy(documents) of his military career.
OK back to the question. On researching the Sergeant's Arm Badges of the 11th Hussars PAO Ii found that only one Badge has 3 shanks, The Bent and Parker. This badge as well as the collars had been removed and disposed of prior to me getting the uniform. I would like at some stage to replace these badges if possible but with the correct style and date. Alfred managed to survive his service in WW1. I am fortunate to have the "book" that show the diagrams and methods that were draughted by Alfred for his examination at the Royal Army Clothing Factory. Sorry going on a bit but there we are.
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#11
17-03-23, 10:53 AM
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Welcome IMP
Nice to have you on the forum!
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