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The Worcestershire Soldier
- Room 2 - The Sikh Jacket
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Sikh JacketThis jacket, or tunic, is traditionally referred to as the 'Sikh Cheiftan's tunic', although its small size means that it probably belonged to a young prince or a son of a chief. It was picked up on field at Sobraon by an officer in the 29th Regiment. Between 1845-49 the 29th fought in two wars against the Sikhs in north western India. The Sikhs were a very martial nation, and their Army was very well trained and equipped in modern warfare. The battles in the two Sikh Wars were very hard and bloody, and this jacket has always been a proud trophy and a popular attraction in the museum. |
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