I am a US-resident collector of 19th Century British infantry items.  I recently acquired from a UK dealer a Rifle Brigade officer's patrol jacket dating to circa 1900.  A name tag inside lining identifies owner as C.C. Northcott (or Northcote), 7th Btn, Rifle Brigade.  My research indicates the 7th was a militia btn; and that militias were converted to "special reserves" in 1908.  The jacket shoulder boards have the rank and also an "M" which I suppose is for militia.  I would be grateful for any information on history of Northcott/Northcote.  Thanks and regards.