Black forage cap : Subaltern J Black-Stevenson, Mounted Rifles, Indian Army

Black wool forage cap (for mess dress) with white piping and silver Russia braid around crown and lower edge, and two plain silver ball buttons. Lined with black cotton.

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.James Black-Stevenson, born London, educated Scotland. Worked in India for Assam Tea Company c.1876-90. Also served with `Mounted Rifles', Indian Army. Married Caroline Blakspeare 1883. Migrated to South Australia in 1890 for sake of wife's health. Served c.1900-2 with South Australian Scottish Company and Adelaide Rifles. Died 1934. Survived by 3 daughters. Only son of marriage killed in WWI.