RecordPowder horn of the 81st (Highland) Regiment< 1 of 1 > Back
Powder horn of the 81st (Highland) RegimentThis powder horn with silver mounts is of the 81st (Highland) Regiment of Foot and dates from 1778-83. 81st (Aberdeenshire) - Powder-horn for officer's fusil, silver mounts, telescopic filler, marked on base "81st Regiment", thistle, laurels, 1778 - 1781 This regiment was raised in Aberdeenshire and was one of many regiments recruited through the influence of a local landowner. In return, the landowner could appoint the officers from among his family or friends. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
< 1 of 1 > Back |
|