Indian Wars U.S. Army 1st Regiment of Artillery M-1881 Pith Helmet Ft. Riley Kansas
Historic & Important Original Indian Wars United States Army 1st Regiment of Artillery Model 1881 Pith Helmet with Artillery Red Braid Cord & Plume Fount by 'The M.C. Lilley & Co. Manufacturers Columbus Ohio' the First Regiment of Artillery was Stationed at Fort Riley Kansas and had several actions during the period of the Indian Wars; Issued Condition as Photographed with heavy wear and some damage to the overall structure and rim as seen (this piece has been shored up internally using chicken wire as shown) - a Great Candidate for Display & Would Greatly Benefit from Minimal Conservation Work, Vibrant Red Colors - Recent Estate Barn Find Acquisition from Rural Kansas & Presented as Acquired, Very Rare
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