Republic of Texas infantry officer shako helmet
A new infantry uniform for a new republic
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In 1839 the Republic of Texas commissioned new dress uniforms for its infantry, including this shako cap adorned with a sunburst insignia with a lone star in its center. The tassels indicate that this helmet belonged to an officer.
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Courtesy The Bryan Museum, Galveston
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Time Period: 1835 - 1844
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Republic of Texas infantry officer shako helmet
Artifact from Galveston
