Redcoat soldier during the 2008 re-enactment of the Battle of Prestonpans, Scotland.

Redcoat soldier during the 2008 re-enactment of the Battle of Prestonpans, Scotland.

D Hale-Sutton / Alamy Stock Photo

Image ID: B81NTJ

This person is dressed as what was termed a Hatman (see the tricorn hat) and is part of the Pulteney's Regiment (13th Foot) re-enactment group. The group recreates the look of soldiers in King George II's army in the period 1739 to 1765 but specialises in the Jacobite Rebellion. The battle of Prestonpans took place on the 21st September 1745 and was between the Highland army of Prince Charles Edward Stuart and Royal Troops of George II. It was won by the Jacobites. The soldier has a bayonet on his left hip and a canvas haversack on his back. He has a flintlock in his right hand.

Location: Cuthill Park, Prestonpans, East Lothian, Scotland, UK.