Indian / Pakistan Army - 15th Lancers Gilt Brass Cap Badge

A small theatre cast gilt brass cap badge in the form of crossed lances with the unit number in large Roman numerals, 'XV', at the intersection, with a scroll below bearing the unit title, 'Lancers'. Two original loops to the reverse. In good overall condition. Worn from 1921 - 1947 and then from 1955.

The 15th Lancers was formed at Lucknow on 15 February 1922 by an amalgamation of 17th Cavalry, and 37th Lancers (Baluch Horse).

In 1937, the 15th Lancers reorganised as the training regiment for the 1st Cavalry Group. In 1940, it amalgamated with 12th Cavalry (Frontier Force), however the training centre was disbanded the following year. The Pakistan Army re-raised a 12th Cavalry (Frontier Force) and a 15th Lancers in 1955 as reconnaissance regiments. Exactly the same badge was re-adopted as the one listed here.

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Code: 68959