Lot 2014

WWI U.S. ARMY 17TH CAVALRY REGIMENT MEXICO BORDER EXPEDITION UNIFORM & FIELD GEAR SET

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WWI U.S. ARMY 17TH CAVALRY REGIMENT MEXICO BORDER EXPEDITION UNIFORM & FIELD GEAR SET

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Current Bid: $65

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by Bradford's
June 28, 2026 9:00 AM MST
Timed Auction
15210 N 99th Ave
Sun City, AZ, US 85351

WWI U.S. Army 17th Cavalry Regiment Mexico Border Expedition Uniform & Field Gear Set. World War I era U.S. Army mounted cavalry grouping representing a trooper of the 17th Cavalry Regiment during the 1916–1917 Mexican Border Campaign, a pivotal period in U.S. military history leading into America’s entry into World War I. Includes an M1916 olive drab pullover shirt with dual chest pockets; M1917 cotton riding breeches with reinforced knee patches and side lace closures; original M1911 “Montana Peak” campaign hat complete with cord and chin strap; canvas lace-up puttees with leather in-seam reinforcements; M1918 mounted cartridge belt by Long with M1912 leather pistol holder and magazine pockets; M1918 suspenders by Mills; M1914 bandoleer; desert driving goggles; pair of M1911 spurs; (2) .45 caliber magazine clips; canteen with cup and cover by AGMCo. & L-D Inc.; unopened U.S. Army individual dressing packet; and a 1913-dated M1905 Springfield Armory bayonet with scabbard, serial number 554603, along with (5) .30-06 five-round stripper clips. Measurements: Shirt – Size Large; Breeches – 31in long / 32in waist. Keywords: Militaria, Collectible; Ref: BD3301

  • Provenance: The 17th Cavalry Regiment (United States) was constituted on July 1, 1916, at Fort Bliss, Texas, during the Mexican Border Campaign, following Pancho Villa’s raid on Columbus, New Mexico. Established under the National Defense Act of 1916, the regiment was created to rapidly strengthen U.S. cavalry forces along the border during a period of heightened unrest tied to the Mexican Revolution and the Pancho Villa Expedition. To meet urgent demands, the Army organized the unit using experienced personnel—32 officers and more than 700 veteran troopers drawn from existing cavalry regiments, including the 1st, 3rd, 6th, 8th, and 14th Cavalry. This allowed the regiment to mobilize quickly and deploy to key areas along the U.S.–Mexico border, particularly throughout the Southwest. Although connected to the broader expedition led by John J. Pershing into Mexico, the 17th Cavalry primarily carried out border security operations. Its duties included reconnaissance, patrols, and maintaining stability along the Rio Grande, playing a critical role in protecting American communities during the height of the Border War. The regiment’s service came at a pivotal moment, as the United States stood on the brink of entering World War I. The large-scale mobilization along the border effectively served as a training ground for the Regular Army, helping transition U.S. forces toward modern warfare readiness. Following the Zimmermann Telegram, which raised concerns about potential German involvement in Mexico, the regiment’s presence became even more strategically important. Remaining on border duty into early 1917, the 17th Cavalry helped secure the nation’s southern frontier just prior to America’s entry into the war, reflecting both rapid military mobilization and the evolution of U.S. cavalry into a more modern fighting force.
  • Dimensions: See description
  • Circa: Late 19th-Early 20th C
  • Condition: This set is in good condition with wear commensurate with age and use. Please review the photos for details and condition.

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