Mervyn Mitton Posted July 9, 2010 Author Posted July 9, 2010 I have a number of historic police uniforms - and have just remembered them hanging in a wardrobe. I apologise for the size of this first post - since they 'blew-up' my computer with changes for the World Cup, I have just taken delivery of a new Samsung laptop - Windows 7 - which may be the latest advance, but, is more complicated then my old XP. I think they call it progress ! This first tunic was owned by the Chief Constable of Edinburgh - I think he was one from the 1930's. His two loops for a ribbon bar are in position.The quality of the bullion on the sleeves and collars is exceptional and would cost a fortune today. He would also have had a bullion brocade dress belt and his ceremonial sword. Pre-1940 the Scottish Forces were still wearing helmets - it is therefore, possible that he would have had a dress helmet. The one he is wearing is actually an English Supt's - also from the 1930's - it just makes the photo look better ! I will include some further pictures - and will show other old uniforms under their own threads. Please comment or, add.
Mervyn Mitton Posted July 9, 2010 Author Posted July 9, 2010 (edited) This is a standard pattern silver button for senior officers. Edited July 9, 2010 by Mervyn Mitton
Brian Wolfe Posted July 12, 2010 Posted July 12, 2010 A great piece of police history. Thanks for posting the photos, I would never have seen one otherwise. Regards Brian
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