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Martini-Metford / Enfield. 45 inch breech-loading artillery carbine, c
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Martini-Metford / Enfield. 45 inch breech-loading artillery carbine, c
5930031 Martini-Metford/Enfield.45 inch breech-loading artillery carbine, c.1899-1902 (carbine, breechloading, Martini Henry, .45 in) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Martini-Metford/Enfield.45 inch breech-loading artillery carbine, 1899-1902 (c).
Commercially produced by British Small Arms Company, Birmingham, 1898 (c).
Although souvenir firearms associated with British forces are not common, they do exist, intricately carved with the locations of actions fought by a particular regiment. This carbine is carved with the names of engagements in which the East Lancashire Regiment was involved (Cape Colony; Transvaal; Riet River; Karee Vet River; Zand River; Bloemfontein; Joannesburg and Orange Free State). It belonged to Captain Lancelot Hamber (1862-1926) who served in the regiment during the Boer War (1899-1902). The butt is also carved with HamberAs initials A L.C.B.HA, A XXX REGTA and the date A 1902A.
The origins of this carbine are not known; it is not a service-issue weapon but a privately purchased gun. It may have been carried by Hamber or he may have acquired it from a colonial unit involved in the war.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22763764
© National Army Museum / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases the Martini-Metford/Enfield . 45 inch breech-loading artillery carbine, a remarkable piece of weaponry from the late 19th century. Produced by the British Small Arms Company in Birmingham around 1898, this carbine holds historical significance as it belonged to Captain Lancelot Hamber (1862-1926) during his service with the East Lancashire Regiment in the Boer War (1899-1902). What sets this particular firearm apart is its intricate carvings that adorn its surface. Etched onto its wooden stock are the names of various engagements in which the East Lancashire Regiment participated, including Cape Colony, Transvaal, Riet River, Karee Vet River, Zand River, Bloemfontein, Johannesburg and Orange Free State. These engravings serve as a testament to the regiment's valiant efforts during this tumultuous period. The butt of the carbine also bears Captain Hamber's initials "A. L. C. B. H. A" along with "A XXX REGTA" and "A 1902". The origins of this privately purchased gun remain unknown; however, it may have been carried by Hamber himself or acquired from another unit involved in the war. Displayed at London's National Army Museum, this photograph captures not only a beautifully crafted firearm but also serves as a reminder of Captain Lancelot Hamber's bravery and dedication to his regiment during one of history's most significant conflicts.
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