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Major-generals full dress coatee worn by HRH George William Frederick Charles, 2nd Duke of Cambridge, 1850 circa (fabric)
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Major-generals full dress coatee worn by HRH George William Frederick Charles, 2nd Duke of Cambridge, 1850 circa (fabric)
5921018 Major-generals full dress coatee worn by HRH George William Frederick Charles, 2nd Duke of Cambridge, 1850 circa (fabric) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Major-Generals full dress coatee and epaulettes worn by HRH George William Frederick Charles, 2nd Duke of Cambridge, 1850 circa.
Prince George (1819-1904), a first cousin of Queen Victoria, had gained a solid grounding as a regimental officer before being promoted major-general on 7 May 1845. He succeeded as Duke of Cambridge in 1850. His uniform is of the general officers full dress pattern of 1828-1855; the arrangement of gilt buttons in pairs and the width of embroidery on the cuffs is distinctive to a major-general. The epaulettes are of gold lace in a French check pattern, trimmed with gold round cord and boxed gold bullion tassels, but the general officers rank insignia is absent from the straps. Cambridge was promoted lieutenant-general on 19 June 1854, by which time he was already in Turkey with the Army of the East and in command of the 1st Division.); © National Army Museum
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This print showcases the Major-generals full dress coatee worn by HRH George William Frederick Charles, 2nd Duke of Cambridge, circa 1850. The fabric used in this exquisite garment is a testament to the craftsmanship and attention to detail of the British School in the 19th century. Prince George, a distinguished military officer and first cousin of Queen Victoria, donned this uniform during his time as a major-general before assuming the title of Duke of Cambridge in 1850. The design follows the general officers full dress pattern prevalent between 1828 and 1855. Noteworthy features include pairs of gilt buttons arranged meticulously and intricate embroidery on the cuffs that are unique to major-generals. The gold lace epaulettes exhibit an elegant French check pattern adorned with gold round cord and boxed gold bullion tassels. Interestingly, while absent from the straps, one can imagine that these insignias would have denoted Cambridge's rank as a general officer. Promoted to lieutenant-general in June 1854 while commanding Turkey's Army of the East's prestigious 1st Division, Prince George was already making significant contributions to military operations abroad at that time. Preserved within London's National Army Museum collection, this remarkable artifact not only represents historical fashion but also symbolizes Prince George's dedication and service to his country. Its presence serves as a reminder of his esteemed position within both royal circles and military history alike.
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