Original Shaka Zulu Film Prop Isihlangu Cow Hide Battle Shield - Chieftan Antique Percussion Firearms by the amalgamation of the

by the amalgamation of the 43rd (Monmouthshire) Regiment of Foot (Light Infantry) and the 52nd (Oxfordshire) Regiment of Foot (Light Infantry)

record the date of 28 April

The cross guard has an "SS-Style" open-winged eagle which looks to the viewer's left

locking the barrel in position for firing

This is a near mint condition M1 front seam fixed bale helmet

Original Shaka Zulu Film Prop Isihlangu Cow Hide Battle Shield - Chieftan Antique Percussion Firearms by the amalgamation of theOriginal Item: This shield was produced for the film SHAKA ZULU Mini Series which aired in 1986. It was acquired from a private collection. It is the traditional battle shield of the ZULU tribe warriors under their leader Shaka known as an Isihlangu. This shield was handmade in the traditional fashion of raw cowhide. The pattern is black and white and it has a central stiffening shaft of wood known as the mgobo which is correctly decorated with fur