| Place | Oceania: Australia, New South Wales |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | REL24670 |
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Firearm |
| Physical description | Brass, Metal, Wood |
| Place made | United Kingdom: England, United Kingdom: England, Greater London, London |
| Date made | c 1785 |
| Conflict |
Pre 19th century British Army Era, 1788-1870 |
Short Land Pattern Flintlock Musket
Description
Short Land Pattern flintlock (Brown Bess) musket. Lock marked Tower with 'crown' over GR. Swan neck cock. Number 55 stamped behind escutcheon plate on the stock wrist. Barrel marked WH.
History / Summary
This type of weapon was used by British troops serving in the colonies between 1788-1814.