WW1 British KRRC Officer Named Trench Periscope

A very well engraved example of a WW1 officer quality trench periscope .
The original owner was Major Milner who served with the 10th (Service) Battalion of the King's Royal Rifle Corps (KRRC) during World War I. This battalion was formed in September 1914 as part of "Kitchener's Army" and was initially assigned to the 59th Brigade within the 20th (Light) Division. They trained in England before deploying to France in July 1915.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Formation and Training:
The 10th (Service) Battalion, KRRC was formed at Winchester in September 1914. They underwent training at various locations in England, including Blackdown, Witley, and Hamilton Camp Stonehenge.
The battalion landed in Boulogne, France, on July 21, 1915.
Major Milner's Role:
The search results indicate that Major Milner was involved with this specific battalion. One source specifically mentions that he was commissioned into a KRRC battalion primarily recruited from the Church Lads' Brigade. He went to France in the autumn of 1915 and participated in actions before the Battle of the Somme, where he was injured in a gas attack.
King's Royal Rifle Corps:
The KRRC was a distinguished British infantry regiment with a long history. The regiment was known for its rifle-based tactics and its distinctive black and red plume on its headgear. The 10th Battalion was one of several created during World War I to meet the demands of the conflict. The item itself is in good used condition with good optics .

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