Original U.S. Indian Wars Kentish Guards (Rhode Island State Guards) Militia Pattern 1872 Shako With Correct Badge U.S. Marines USMC The top reinforced leather piece

The top reinforced leather piece has all of the stitching present

Eleven Victoria Crosses were awarded to the defenders

and resulted in the capture of 2

This pattern is slightly more complicated as it was issued in two classes

Original U.S. Indian Wars Kentish Guards (Rhode Island State Guards) Militia Pattern 1872 Shako With Correct Badge U.S. Marines USMC The top reinforced leather pieceOriginal Item: Only One Available. Fantastic pattern 1872 Indian Wars rigid shell kepi. Characteristics that define this version are sturdier construction and a lather banding around the crown. This fine example dates from the end of the 19th century and belonged to a member of the Kentish Guards, as identified by the insignia on the front. Cap is in good condition for being well over a century old. Blue felt is solid with typical signs of age and