Summary
Sword sling, which was worn by Robert McKeeman Oakley, an officer in the Victorian Artillery Garrison, from 1892-1901, and in the Australian Garrison Artillery from 1901. There are no identifying marks.
Physical Description
The leather sword sling is covered with gold ribbon. It has a rectangular, gilded buckle featuring two lion's head which can be moved up and down the sling to create a loop. The top end of the sling folds back to create a loop which attaches to the Sword Belt.
More Information
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Donation from Mr Darrell Oakley, 29 Jun 2003
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User
Major Robert M. Oakley - Victorian Artillery Garrison, Australia, 1892-1901
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Classification
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Type of item
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Overall Dimensions
610 mm (Length), 30 mm (Width)
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Keywords
Colonial Military Forces, Militaria: Australian, Military History, Uniforms
