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Shabraque, Lieutenant-Colonel John Dawson (1781-1845), 2nd Earl of Portarlington, 23rd Light Dragoons, c. 1815 (shabraque)
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Shabraque, Lieutenant-Colonel John Dawson (1781-1845), 2nd Earl of Portarlington, 23rd Light Dragoons, c. 1815 (shabraque)
5928730 Shabraque, Lieutenant-Colonel John Dawson (1781-1845), 2nd Earl of Portarlington, 23rd Light Dragoons, c.1815 (shabraque) by British School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Shabraque, Lieutenant-Colonel John Dawson (1781-1845), 2nd Earl of Portarlington, 23rd Light Dragoons, 1815 (c).
The 23rd Light Dragoons were originally raised 1795 as the 26th Light Dragoons. They were renumbered in 1803 as 23rd Light Dragoons. John Dawson transferred to the 23rd Light Dragoons in 1809 from the 46th Foot. This shabraque, or saddle cover, bears the battle honour Egypt recording the Regiments service in the Egyptian Campaign against Napoleon in 1802. The Regiment was disbanded in 1819.
Dawson fought in the Peninsular War (1808-1814). His participation in the Waterloo campaign of 1815 has gained him some notoriety. He commanded the 23rd at the Battle of Quatre Bras on the 16 June but was not present, two days later, when the 23rd went into action at Waterloo. Dawson only joined the battle later in the day, fighting with the 18th Light Dragoons. He resigned his commission soon after the battle.); © National Army Museum
Media ID 25055092
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This print showcases Lieutenant-Colonel John Dawson, the 2nd Earl of Portarlington, in his military attire as a member of the 23rd Light Dragoons. The image dates back to around 1815 and is part of the collection at the National Army Museum in London. Lieutenant-Colonel John Dawson served with distinction during his time with the 23rd Light Dragoons, which were originally known as the 26th Light Dragoons before being renumbered in 1803. This particular shabraque, or saddle cover, featured in the photograph bears the battle honour Egypt, commemorating their involvement in Napoleon's Egyptian Campaign of 1802. Dawson's military career was marked by notable achievements and moments. He fought valiantly during the Peninsular War from 1808 to 1814 and gained notoriety for his participation in the Waterloo campaign of 1815. Although he commanded his regiment at Quatre Bras on June 16th, he was absent when they entered into action at Waterloo two days later. However, Dawson eventually joined forces with another cavalry unit called the18th Light Dragoons later that day. Following this historic battle, Lieutenant-Colonel John Dawson resigned from his commission soon after. His legacy lives on through this remarkable portrait capturing him adorned in full military regalia—a testament to his service and dedication to duty during a significant period in history.
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