Martini-Henry carbine, 1896, modified by Aden rebels, 1974 (c)
carbine, Martini-Henry, carbine, breechloading
Accession Number
NAM.1996-07-95-1
Description
Martini-Henry carbine, 1896, modified by Aden rebels, 1974 (c). Presented to Maj Bower by officers of the Aden Defence Force. Martini-Henry rifles and carbines were used extensively by tribesmen in the Middle East throughout the twentieth century, until the arrival of the AK47. This commercial weapon has been ‘orientalised’ with the addition of arabic metal decoration. It was in use throughout the British occupation of Aden.
Campaigns
Aden (1964-1967)