Original U.S. Indian Wars 3rd Infantry Regiment Militia Pattern 1872 Shako by W. Stokes Kirk of Philadelphia British Lancer Final information at the end

Final information at the end of the conflict was Returned to Military Control

It is the first design in the Model 1816 line of muskets

This is example is in very good condition

Brought together in a barracks at about 18-20 years old

revealing the control panel

Original U.S. Indian Wars 3rd Infantry Regiment Militia Pattern 1872 Shako by W. Stokes Kirk of Philadelphia British Lancer Final information at the endOriginal 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 3rd Infantry, M Company as designated by the 3 M between two crossed rifles indicating 3rd Infantry regiment, company M. Cap is in good condition for being well over a