Original U.S. Indian Wars 3rd Infantry Regiment Militia Pattern 1872 Shako by W. Stokes Kirk of Philadelphia British Lancer and is marked clearly on

and is marked clearly on the long side:

Brought together in a barracks at about 18-20 years old

We estimate that it dates from the 1930s

including the Khalkin Gol campaign against the Japanese in 1938 (giving it the nickname "Khalkingolka")

revealing the control panel

Original U.S. Indian Wars 3rd Infantry Regiment Militia Pattern 1872 Shako by W. Stokes Kirk of Philadelphia British Lancer and is marked clearly onOriginal Item: Only One Available. Fantastic pattern 1872 Indian Wars rigid shell kepi. Characteristics that define this version are sturdier construction and a lather banding around the crown. This fine example dates from the end of the 19th century and belonged to a member of the 3rd Infantry, M Company as designated by the 3 M between two crossed rifles indicating 3rd Infantry regiment, company M. Cap is in good condition for being well over a