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Flintlock musket for the East India Company, 1779 circa
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Flintlock musket for the East India Company, 1779 circa
5920529 Flintlock musket for the East India Company, 1779 circa by British School, (18th Century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Flintlock musket for the East India Company, 1779 circa.
The lock and barrel bear the bale mark of the United East India Company, the date 1779 and the makers name Wilson.
This musket is of the simplified pattern with the.39 inch barrel, which was purchased in quantity in 1793 as an emergency issue for the British Army at the commencement of the Wars of the French Revolution (1793-1802).
Later known as the India Pattern Musket, from 1797 they were manufactured by the Board of Ordnance. The lock of this example is marked with the crowned W of the Companys Inspector of Small-arms, Lieutenant-Colonel Edward Windus, a half pay British Army officer who had been Lieutenant-Colonel of the 93rd Regiment of Foot when it was disbanded in 1763.); eNational Army Museum; British, out of copyright
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This print showcases a Flintlock musket for the East India Company, dating back to 1779. Created by the British School in the 18th century, this historical artifact is currently housed at the National Army Museum in London. The intricate details of this musket are truly remarkable; both the lock and barrel proudly display the bale mark of the United East India Company, along with the date and maker's name - Wilson. Originally designed as a simplified pattern with a . 39 inch barrel, these muskets were urgently acquired by the British Army in 1793 during the Wars of French Revolution. Subsequently known as India Pattern Muskets, they were produced by the Board of Ordnance from 1797 onwards. Notably, this particular example bears an additional marking: Lieutenant-Colonel Edward Windus' crowned W insignia - symbolizing his role as Inspector of Small-arms for the company. Lieutenant-Colonel Edward Windus was an esteemed officer who had previously served with distinction in various regiments before being disbanded in 1763. His involvement further adds to both historical significance and value of this exceptional piece. Preserved through time, this photograph allows us to appreciate not only its exquisite craftsmanship but also serves as a testament to Britain's colonial past and military prowess during that era.
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