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Rifle, Percussion, Enfield, Pattern 1853 3Rd Model
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Rifle, Percussion, Enfield, Pattern 1853 3Rd Model
Pattern 1853, Enfield rifle musket, 3rd Model. Liege contract 1858. Marked to 14th Middlesex Volunteers, 1861 (c). Date: circa 1861
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1852 1853 1858 1861 1881 Contract Enfield Liege Marked Middlesex Musket Photograph Rifle Volunteer Volunteers 14th
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This photograph showcases a well-preserved Rifle, Percussion, Enfield, Pattern 1853 3rd Model musket. Known as the "Pattern 1853 Enfield Rifle Musket," this firearm was a significant development in military technology during the mid-19th century. The 3rd Model, produced under contract in Liege, Belgium, in 1858, is marked with the designation "14th Middlesex Volunteers" and the date "1861." The Enfield Rifle Musket was an improvement over previous muskets due to its rifled barrel, which provided greater accuracy and longer range. The musket also featured a percussion lock, which replaced the flintlock mechanism used in earlier firearms. This particular model was widely used by British and colonial forces during the Crimean War and the Indian Mutiny. The 14th Middlesex Volunteers were a part of the volunteer militia in the United Kingdom, which was established to supplement regular military forces during times of peace. Volunteer units were formed primarily to provide training and defense for their local communities. The markings on this musket indicate that it was issued to a member of the 14th Middlesex Volunteers around 1861. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the history of military technology and the role of volunteer militias during the mid-19th century. The intricate details of the musket, from the engraved markings to the polished wood stock, are beautifully captured in this image. The photograph, estimated to have been taken between 1852 and 1881, is a testament to the enduring significance of this iconic firearm in military history.
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