The 10th Cavalry, a regiment of African American soldiers, served with distinction in Cuba as part of the force that captured San Juan with Teddy Roosevelt's Rough Riders during the Spanish-American War. The uniform helmet, trousers and coat belonged to Lt. William Harvey Smith, who was killed during the battle. Title: Dress Uniform Helmet, Trousers and Coat of Lt. William Harvey Smith, Tenth Cavalry . between 1883 and 1898.

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