A lance-corporal of 2nd Battalion, The Connaught Rangers, 1882 (c)

Photograph, 1882 (c).

The Connaught Rangers was formed during the Army reorganisation of 1881, by merging the 88th and 94th Regiments of Foot into a new two-battalion unit. This soldier wears the infantry home service uniform, including the 1878 helmet and 1882 valise equipment. He carries a Martini-Henry rifle.

Associated with Colonel Hume, 94th Regiment of Foot.