Original British Third Model Brown Bess Musket Marked Chatham R.N. British Militaria The German objective now became

The German objective now became one of defense

range and accuracy were correspondingly restricted

The regiment was created through the amalgamation of the 72nd Highlanders (Duke of Albany's Own) and the 78th Highlanders (Ross-shire Buffs)

So closely was the weapon associated with the British Empire that in the film Breaker Morant

She joined Nelson's fleet off Brest and subsequently sailed to the West Indies again in pursuit of the French fleet

Original British Third Model Brown Bess Musket Marked Chatham R.N. British Militaria The German objective now becameOriginal Item: Only One Available. Dating from the late 1790s or early 1800s this is a classic early Third Model Brown Bess Musket having been officially adopted in 1796. The lock bears the Royal Cypher marking with a crown over G. R. and is also marked TOWER across the lock tail. It has simplified all brass furniture including an S pattern side plate, which indicates private purchase. The 39 inch barrel bears British proof marks along with "CHATHAM.