Uploaded December 2021 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
In this episode of Treasures of the Library, Principal Librarian Tim Hogan discusses the origins of a rather grandiose and elegant helmet held in the State Library's collection.
The helmet was worn by a member of Victoria's volunteer forces, which was formed in response to the Crimean War. It's quite decorative, featuring a large plume made of horse hair, and was likely worn for ceremonial purposes rather than in battle.
More information: https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/stories/grandiose-garb
In this episode of Treasures of the Library, Principal Librarian Tim Hogan discusses the origins of a rather grandiose and elegant helmet held in the State Library's collection.
The helmet was worn by a member of Victoria's volunteer forces, which was formed in response to the Crimean War. It's quite decorative, featuring a large plume made of horse hair, and was likely worn for ceremonial purposes rather than in battle.
More information: https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/stories/grandiose-garb
