The 1877 Foreign service Helmet was issued to British Army Soldiers during some of its most famous battles including;
Rorke's Drift: 22nd January 1879 where B company 24th foot South Wales Borders won 11 Victoria crosses in defending the mission station against a regiment of Zulu warriors.
Isandlwana: 22nd January 1879 where the 24th foot South Wales Borders were defeated by the Zulu army.
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