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Lee Enfield cavalry. 303 in Mk I magazine carbine, 1896
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Lee Enfield cavalry. 303 in Mk I magazine carbine, 1896
5925779 Lee Enfield cavalry.303 in Mk I magazine carbine, 1896 by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Lee Enfield cavalry.303 in Mk I magazine carbine, 1896.
Approved in 1896, the Lee-Enfield carbine was a great improvement on the Martini-Henry. It had a box magazine containing six rounds and had a smooth bolt-action, but in the Boer War (1899-1902) it was opposed by Mauser carbines, which were clip-fed rather than having the rounds loaded by hand. In action it was slower and less accurate than the Mauser. As a result of this war experience, all carbines were replaced by the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield, the universal rifle, in 1903.
This carbine was carried by Sir Edwin King as a lieutenant in the 1st Volunteer Battalion of the Middlesex Regiment (Duke of Cambridges Own). King was associated with the Middlesex Regiment from taking his commission in 1897 to becoming Lieutenant-Colonel in command of the 7th Battalion in 1918. He remained honorary colonel of the 7th Battalion from 1927 until 1945.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
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This photograph showcases the iconic Lee Enfield cavalry . 303 in Mk I magazine carbine, a significant firearm from the late 19th century. The image beautifully captures the intricate details of this historical weapon, highlighting its sleek design and powerful presence. Approved in 1896, the Lee-Enfield carbine marked a remarkable improvement over its predecessor, the Martini-Henry. With a box magazine capable of holding six rounds and a smooth bolt-action mechanism, it was considered technologically advanced for its time. However, during the Boer War (1899-1902), it faced tough competition from Mauser carbines that were clip-fed rather than loaded by hand. This resulted in slower firing rates and decreased accuracy compared to their adversaries. The significance of this particular Lee Enfield carbine is further enhanced by its association with Sir Edwin King, who carried it as a lieutenant in the prestigious 1st Volunteer Battalion of the Middlesex Regiment (Duke of Cambridge's Own). King's long-standing connection with the Middlesex Regiment spanned from his commissioning in 1897 to his promotion as Lieutenant-Colonel commanding the 7th Battalion in 1918. As an honorary colonel until 1945, Sir Edwin King remained deeply intertwined with this historic battalion. This photograph serves as both a testament to his military service and an homage to an era when firearms like these played pivotal roles on battlefields around the world.
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