Description
Khaki drab, heavyweight twilled brushed cotton puttee, with wool tape tie.
Contextual Description
Worn by James Black-Stevenson who was born in London, and educated in Scotland. He worked in India for Assam Tea Company c 1876-1890. Also served there with 'Mounted Rifles', Indian Army. Married Caroline Blakspeare in 1883. Migrated to South Australia in 1890 for sake of wife's health. Served c 1900-1902 with South Australian Scottish Company and Adelaide Rifles. Died in 1934. Survived by 3 daughters. The only son of marriage killed in the First World War.
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Accession Number
REL26557
Physical Description
Colour: Khaki drab
Material: Wool
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