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Bearers badge, 11th (The Prince of Waless Own) Regiment of Bengal Lancers, 1876-1922 (brass)
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Bearers badge, 11th (The Prince of Waless Own) Regiment of Bengal Lancers, 1876-1922 (brass)
5928142 Bearers badge, 11th (The Prince of Waless Own) Regiment of Bengal Lancers, 1876-1922 (brass) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Bearers badge, 11th (The Prince of Waless Own) Regiment of Bengal Lancers, 1876-1922.
Brass badge in the form of the Prince of Waless feathers and coronet, on crossed lances with regimental number, XI, below.
This unit was originally raised in Lahore during the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859) by Captain Frederick Wale. After Wales death in 1858, Major Dighton Probyn took over command of the unit, renamed the 1st Regiment of Sikh Irregular Cavalry. It was initially under the control of the Government of the Punjab but in 1860 authority was transferred to the Commander-in-Chief, India. The regiment served in China during the 2nd China War (1857-1860). Re-designated the 11th Bengal Cavalry the unit returned to India in 1861, adding Lancers into its name in 1864.
The unit became the 11th (Prince of Waless Own) Regiment of Bengal Lancers in 1876, reflected in the inclusion of the Prince of Waless feathers in its insignia. After merging with the 12th Cavalry in 1921 the unit became the 5th King Edwards Own Probyns Horse. The regiment survived the partition of India as the 5th Horse, an armoured regiment of the Pakistan Army.
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This print showcases the Bearers badge of the 11th (The Prince of Waless Own) Regiment of Bengal Lancers, dating from 1876 to 1922. Crafted in brass, this exquisite badge features the iconic Prince of Waless feathers and coronet, elegantly placed on crossed lances with the regimental number XI beneath it. The history behind this remarkable unit is as fascinating as its design. Originally established in Lahore during the Indian Mutiny by Captain Frederick Wale, it was later renamed the 1st Regiment of Sikh Irregular Cavalry under Major Dighton Probyn's command after Wales untimely death. The regiment served valiantly in China during the Second China War before returning to India and adopting "Lancers" into its name. In 1876, reflecting their association with royalty, they became known as the 11th (Prince of Waless Own) Regiment of Bengal Lancers, which is evident through their inclusion of the Prince's feathers in their insignia. Following a merger with the 12th Cavalry in 1921, they transformed into the esteemed 5th King Edwards Own Probyns Horse. Remarkably surviving India's partition as an armored regiment within Pakistan Army named "5th Horse" this historic unit has left an indelible mark on military history. Preserved within Field Marshal Sir John Chapple Indian Army Collection at London's National Army Museum, this photograph immortalizes not only a stunning piece but also pays homage to a distinguished era when bravery and loyalty were paramount virtues for those who proudly wore such badges.
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