Historical information

Associated with mounted Light Horse units within WW1 (1914-1918). Issued to soldiers in Light Horse Units.

Significance

Associated with WW1 Light Horse Units. Leggings worn by soldiers on horseback in WW1 1914-1918.

Physical description

A pair (2 off) WW1 Leather Leggings for Mounted AIF soldiers. The leggings are dark tan in colour with stitching to attach buckles and fastener straps. The strap buckles are made of brass and the leather legging straps are of same leather as leggings. Sizings : 115mm x 50mm

Inscriptions & markings

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