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Historically a type of shoulder strap worn to carry a sword bugle or drum?
Baldrick (as in blackadder!)Pronunciation correct but leave out the last letter 'K' - ie spell as Baldric
What is a wriststrap?
A wriststrap is a strap worn around the wrist, such as to carry a camera or some other item.
What is a baldric?
A baldric is a belt worn over one shoulder and across the chest to support a sword or bugle, etc. It is quite similar to the Sam Browne belt worn with certain military uniforms.
How do you wear the french fourragere?
From USMC Uniform Regs, " The Fourragere will be worn over the left shoulder with the left arm passing through the large loop of the cord; the small loop will engage the button under the shoulder strap, except on the enlisted men's blue dress coat when it will engage the button above the strap, and the metal pencil attachment will hang naturally to the front."
What is the bag that corpsman carry?
Corpsmen carried a medic bag with medicine, morphine, bandages, scissors. The medic were issued 2 bags that were attached to suspenders and yoke. This suspenders were not like that worn by the infantry. A single bag could be worn using a simple shoulder strap. ALso, the bag had a row of eyelets along the lower 1/3. This allowed the bag to be shortened in height by lacing up the bottom.
What does giberne mean?
"Giberne" refers to a type of cartridge box or ammunition pouch used by soldiers in the 18th and 19th centuries. It was typically worn on a shoulder strap for easy access to bullets or cartridges during battles.
What is the difintion for wristwach?
a watch worn on a strap around the wrist.
In Europe and the Americas horses are generally mounted on the left side so as not to interfere with what item that a soldier might carry?
The item that a soldier might carry is their sword or saber, which is typically worn on the left side. By mounting the horse on the left, it ensures that the soldier can draw their weapon easily while mounted.
What ways can a shawl wrap be used?
A shawl wrap can be used in a variety of different ways. It can be worn over the shoulder, it can be used to carry a small child or it can even be used as a blanket.
What does German 'lederhosen' look like?
Lederhosen is a traditional garment, originally worn in Germany. They look much like overalls with, two 'shoulder straps'. But Lederhosen usually have a thick strap going across the upper stomach. This middle strap usually has a detailed pattern to complete the look. Lederhosen are normally attached to shorts, but you do see the occasional pants ladderhosen.
What is the definition of brooch?
A jewelled pin, worn on the breast or shoulder.
What is a bellyband?
A bellyband is a strap worn around the belly of a horse to which is secured a saddle or the shafts of a cart.
