Mecklenburg-Schwerin Dragoon Regiment 17 circa 1867

cptbob

cptbob

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Not sure about the age of this but I'm guessing it's probably in the 1870's. He has one of the Mecklenberg-Schwerin dragoon sabers. The hat is not one I'm familiar with. If anyone can decypher the writing on the back I'd appreciate it. I think it's probably the guys name.

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Private purchase version of the sword he is carrying

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I'm wondering if this photo pre-dates the Mecklenburg Dragoon Regiments' absorption into the Prussian army in 1867. That hat does not look like anything the Prussians wore.
 
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Glennj said:
Hi Bob,

it is the pattern of kepi worn from 1864 to 1967. Here illustrated by Knötel.

Regards
Glenn
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Thanks Glenn!! That is definitely it! Which would place this photo within those years. Uniform details all match as well. Thanks again!
 
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