WW1 Canadian CEF Leather Snake Belt With Sword Slings Unit Marked Fort Garry Horse

This is a World War I-era Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF) leather snake belt, fitted with sword slings and marked to the Fort Garry Horse unit. The belt is constructed from robust brown leather, featuring a distinctive brass snake buckle—an iconic design used in British and Commonwealth military equipment throughout the early 20th century. Sword slings are attached and designed to securely carry a military sword or sabre, a standard issue for cavalry and mounted units of the period. The belt bears clear markings identifying it as property of the Fort Garry Horse, a prominent Canadian cavalry regiment that served on the Western Front during the First World War. Such equipment was commonly worn by officers and cavalrymen, reflecting both functionality and regimental identity. This item exemplifies the typical accoutrements issued to Canadian cavalry forces and provides insight into the material culture of the CEF during the Great War.