Wolseley Pattern Helmet To Major General Charles Monro

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Description

A fantastic pith helmet in a japanned cased tin to Major General Charles Monro, former commander and chief for all forces in India and commander responsible for Britain's evacuation from Gallipoli following Hamilton's disastrous amphibious landing. The helmet dates between 1916-18 from when he was C&C in India as the Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and George (GCMG) was elevated to Knights Grand Cross in 1918 and the Knights Grand Cross of the Order of Bath (KGB) was awarded in 1916.

Seller Details

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Business Name: Raven Yard Antiques Shop
Located: Shropshire, UK
Name: Gregory
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 07454992481

Address:
21,
Watergate,
Whitchurch,
SY131DP,
Shropshire,
UK

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Raven Yard Antiques Shop is a family run business located in the picturesque part of Shropshire in the Roman town of Whitchurch. We have a diverse selection of rare and historic goods to choose from. Please browse our online store or else visit our shop to see some of our amazing items. Due to a burglery, our shop is closed for the duration of June but will reopen early July, Thursdays to Saturdays, 11am-5pm.