Victorian Royal Munster Fusiliers Dress Tunic named to Hubert Bernard Tonson Rye. Some biographical details:
Hubert Bernard Tonson Rye, D.S.O. and Bar. Being of ancient French nobility stock, the Ryes have been in Ireland for centuries. Hubert studied at Radley College, where he became a distinguished cricketer. He joined the Royal Munster Fusiliers and served in India, where he married Harriet Moore, the daughter of a Cork clergyman. He also served with the regiment in the Second Boer War. He became Colonel of the Second Battalion, and served at Mons, Loos, Aubers, The Somme, Passchendaele and the Hundred Days, and was twice awarded the D.S.O., as well as numerous Mentions in Despatches. One of the most distinguished officers in that regiment, he represented the regiment when the Celtic Memorial Cross was unveiled at Ypres. He returned to Ryecourt, and was buried in Christchurch Graveyard.
Tunic shows wear and use but in overall solid condition. Could use with a gentle clean and some minor repair to the bullion lace at the collar. Liner showing some deterioration around the collar but does not show when displayed.
