Ostrich Feather Military Headwear The Highlander’s Museum This highly decorative feather ‘bonnet’ was surprisingly practical. It was worn by Highland soldiers, even in hot climates, protecting their heads like a helmet. The ostrich feathers even...
Brass Button Stick The Highlander’s Museum Button sticks were used to protect a soldier’s uniform whilst polishing the buttons, showing the high standards expected and the care taken with appearance. This button stick belonged to Private John Collins of...
Commemorative Pocket WatchThe Highlander’s Museum During the early twentieth century, pocket watches were the height of fashion for the upper classes. They were not new – this portable way to tell the time had actually been invented as early as 1510. From...
Bugle used to sound the ‘advance’ at Tel-El-Kebir The Highlander’s Museum Bugles have been used by the military at many timesthroughout history. This one belonged to Drummer John Alcorn of the Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders. He would have been crucial...
