Officer, Montreal Volunteer Rifle Corps, 1855.jpg

Like many of the early colonial volunteer units, the Montreal volunteers adopted the uniform worn by their English contemporaries. In this case it was the uniform of the Exeter & South Devon Rifle Corps.

The cap has a soft rifle green crown and black lace band. The unit badge, probably a bugle, was attached to the front of the band.

The officers' hip jacket was heavily braided and with many small brass buttons. The rear was also embellished. Over the left shoulder is carried a cross belt with brass fittings, supporting a pouch on the back.

I don't believe ran badges were worn, the style of the uniform and sword showing his status.

The overalls have a thick black lace stripe down the outer seams. Leather gloves complete the uniform.

The jacket of the junior ranks was much plainer.