Brown, W.C. : 13/14 New Bond Street
Queen Victoria's Military Hat 1856-60
11.0 x 38.0 x 31.0 cm (whole object) | RCIN 71980
As head of state, Victoria was also Commander-inchief of the British Army. Probably prompted by Prince Albert, the Queen commissioned this red military tunic to create an appropriate appearance for honouring those who had fought for their country.
