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02. Uniform coat and helmet of Sir John Dryden
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| Uniform of Sir John Dryden | |
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Coat and helmet of the Northamptonshire Yeomanry Cavalry. It was probably worn by Sir John Dryden of Canons Ashby, who was a Captain in the Northamptonshire Yeomanry from its formation in 1794 until his death in 1797. |
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| 1794-1797 | |
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The Northamptonshire Yeomanry were formed as a volunteer cavalry under Lord Spencer of Althorp as commanding officer in 1794 in response to the possible invasion by France during the Napoleonic Wars. They were a locally raised force of around 750 men consisting of local landowners such as Sir John Dryden. They were stood down in 1812 when the threat of invasion ceased. Their distinctive uniform and equipment was devised at this time and they adopted the white horse of Hanover as their badge. |
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| On display in the Military Galleries at Abington Park Museum |