RecordPistol of the Breadalbane Fencibles< 1 of 1 > Back
Pistol of the Breadalbane FenciblesThis steel pistol is of the 1st Battalion of the Breadalbane Fencibles and dates from 1793-1802. The pistol is known as a 'ramshorn butt' pistol. The butt of the pistol is engraved with the motif of the regiment. In the later 18th century the demand for the formation of a Scottish militia was rising. The government's refusal to carry this out forced the formation of special home defence, or 'fencible' regiments, raised by men of particular political influence. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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