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Frank
Thanks for that; I would never have otherwise known.
Regards
IL.

Greetings Chaps,

As promised here is the South African Light Horse badge I have just added to my modest collection.

Any thoughts or comments most welcome. I don't know a great deal about this particular badge, so any addition information would be helpful.

Cheerio,

Roy

Collecting/wanted ABW insignia if anyone has some spares?

My website: www.wilkinsonfscollection.com

Hi Roy......

Take a look at page 2 of this thread at Franks collection of SALH.......

www.angloboerwar.com/forum/21-uniforms-b...t-horse?start=6#3866

mIKE

Roy

That is a most unusual badge that I have not seen before. Very nice!

According to Major Tylden's book, 'The Armed Forces of South Africa', the motto of the SALH was 'Usiba enjaloh ngapambele' . It is Zulu for 'Feathers at the front', a reference to the plumes in their slouch hats that you asked about two days ago. These plumes were distinctive of the SALH, and are from the male Long-tailed Widowbird, which occurs in the grasslands of eastern South Africa. This led to the men being referred to as "the Cocky-Ollie Birds".

Regards
Brett

Hi Gents,

Some really wonderful information - thank you! I can see I have some enjoyable reading ahead.

It seems there are many really wonderful variations of this badge to look out for.


Cheerio,

Roy

Collecting/wanted ABW insignia if anyone has some spares?

My website: www.wilkinsonfscollection.com

Roy, your badge was actually worn by members, of the Natal Squadron, of the original regiment during the Anglo Boer War.