Original U.S. Federal 1790 / War of 1812 Rare Regiment of Light Dragoons Tarleton Cap Helmet with Velvet Turban & Silver Cord - Retained Lining Uniforms Designated for engineering duty only

Designated for engineering duty only in 1917

- POW Card of Capture

showing scattered areas of light oxidation and scuffing

All needing cleaning and ready for more research

and the Ordnance Dept

Original U.S. Federal 1790 / War of 1812 Rare Regiment of Light Dragoons Tarleton Cap Helmet with Velvet Turban & Silver Cord - Retained Lining Uniforms Designated for engineering duty onlyOriginal Item. One of a Kind. This is one of the most tremendous and prestigious pieces of American headgear we have ever offered, dating between the Federal Period (1790) and the War of 1812, a Light Dragoon Cap, otherwise referred to as a Jockey or Tarleton Cap. Derived from the visored, protective caps of leather (often velvet covered) favored by huntsmen and postillions during the 18th century, bearskin crested 'jockey caps' were first introduced