WW1 British, King's Own Scottish Borderers (KOSB), Uniform G...

Hammer

£920

WW1 British, King's Own Scottish Borderers (KOSB), Uniform Grouping, Attributed. A uniform group consisting of 1902 Service Dress Jacket cut away bearing the
insignia of the 29th Division, two wound stripes and brass KOSB titles to each shoulder. A Tam O’Shanter WD marked and bearing Rennie’s regimental number to the interior with KOSB badge affixed. The Tam is of officially approved construction with double stitched lining, double eyelets to the rear band and number over letter WD Stamp indicating inspection at the Pimlico Clothing Depot. Accompanying the group is Rennie’s Small Book. Robert Rennie enlisted in the KOSB on the 30th October 1908. Initially serving at home until 1911 when he was posted to India with the 1st Battalion KOSB. He served with 1st KOSB at Gallipoli from 25th April 1915 remaining with the battalion throughout the war. His certificate of employment states that he was a transport driver 1915 and 1916 then Company Clerk 1916-1918. Robert Rennie initially forfeited his medals due to stealing in 1921 they were reinstated.