Bearskin Collection (page 2)

Sketch of military uniform, 1827. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Sketch of military uniform, rifle on the shoulder and ax in the right hand. 1827

Sketch of military uniform, 1827. Creator: Auguste Raffet
Sketch of military uniform, 1827. Sapeur ligne. Infanterie legere 1827. Standing figure from behind with bearskin, knapsack, sabre and cartridge case, rifle on the shoulder and axe in the right hand

Three British soldiers, 1875-1925. Creator: Richard Simkin
Three British soldiers, 1875-1925

Grenadier in uniform, 1800-1900. Creator: Anon
Grenadier in uniform, 1800-1900. Grenadier in bearskin, with rifle with bayonet

Ceremony of Placing the Guards Crimean Colours in the Chapel of the Wellington Barracks, 1857. Creator: Unknown
Ceremony of Placing the Guards Crimean Colours in the Chapel of the Wellington Barracks, [London], 1857. A special guard was...formed on the parade...with the six colours

Standing soldier in ornamental frame, 1790-1818. Creator: Jan Antony Langendijk
Standing soldier in ornamental frame, 1790-1818. Possibly by Jan Anthonie Langendijk Dzn

Uniform of the Rotterdamsch Genootschap van Wapenhandel de Palmboom, 1787. Creator: Dirk Langendijk
Uniform of the Rotterdamsch Genootschap van Wapenhandel de Palmboom, 1787. (Rotterdam Society of the Palm Tree Arms Trade?)

The Camp Follower, 1825-1827. Creator: Anthonie Constantijn Govaerts
The Camp Follower, 1825-1827

New Uniform of the Coldstream Guards, 1856. Creator: Unknown
New Uniform of the Coldstream Guards, 1856. The Night Sentry has been made almost luxuriously comfortable, even in the most severe weather

Firing of the Park Guns [after peace is declared], 1856. Creator: Unknown
Firing of the Park Guns [after peace is declared], 1856. Celebrating the end of the Crimean War in St James's Park:..intelligence reached London that an hour before the anxious work of

Interior of the stone mountain lodge of Mrs. Paul T. Mayo, Bear Creek Can~on...c1903 - 1923
Interior of the stone mountain lodge of Mrs. Paul T. Mayo, Bear Creek Can~on, Rocky Mountains, Colorado, designed by architect Jacques Benois Benedict, showing cathedral ceiling, fireplace

The Action at Balaclava - Charge of the Scots Greys, October 25, 1854. Creator: Unknown
The Action at Balaclava - Charge of the Scots Greys, October 25, 1854. Crimean War:..the moment when the command was given to charge the Russian columns...The numbers [of Russian soldiers] opposed to

Fete at the Crystal Palace, on Saturday last - The Guides Band, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Fete at the Crystal Palace, on Saturday last - The Guides Band, 1854. Fund-raising event at Sydenham in south London....the band of the French Imperial Regiment Les Guides had come from Paris...the

Firing the Park Guns for the Great Victory in the Crimea, 1854. Creator: Smyth
Firing the Park Guns for the Great Victory in the Crimea, 1854. Cannons are fired in London to celebrate the Russian defeat in the Crimean War

Encampment of the Grenadier Guards, at Constantinople - from a daguerreotype by J. Robertson, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Encampment of the Grenadier Guards, at Constantinople - from a daguerreotype by J. Robertson, 1854. Scene from the Crimean War: British soldiers in Turkey

H.B.M. Foot Guards encamped at Scutari - from a daguerreotype by Mr. Robertson, of Constan... 1854. Creator: Unknown
H.B.M. Foot Guards encamped at Scutari - from a daguerreotype by Mr. Robertson, of Constantinople, 1854. British troops at Scutari Barracks [in Turkey], during the Crimean War

Portrait of a grenadier holding a ticket in his hand, c1791. Creator: E Lussigny
Portrait of a grenadier holding a ticket in his hand, c1791

Temporary Barrack at Ballater for the Queen's Guard of Honour, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Temporary Barrack at Ballater for the Queen's Guard of Honour, 1850. About eight miles distant from her Majesty [Queen Victoria]'s Castle of Balmoral is the delightful village of Ballater [in

Je n'tire pas! Si la cause était bonne, y n'faudrait pas d'argent pour la défendre. 28 Jui... 1831
Je n'tire pas! Si la cause etait bonne, y n'faudrait pas d'argent pour la defendre. 28 Juillet 1830, 1831

Oath ritual of the Samoyed-heathens on a bear hide, 1862-1887. Creator: Mikhail Znamensky
Oath ritual of the Samoyed-heathens on a bear hide, 1862-1887. From an album of 32 original watercolors from the library of Tsar Nicholas II

Bear's Belly, Arikara Indian half-length portrait, facing front, wearing bearskin, c1908

Presentation of Colours to the Victoria Rifles at Montreal, Canada, 1862. Creator: E. Skill
Presentation of Colours to the Victoria Rifles at Montreal, Canada, 1862. Engraving from a photograph by Mr. Notman. The Victoria Rifle Corps, Montreal

Uniform of Officer and Sergeant of the Seaforth Highlanders (Rosshire Buffs, Duke of Albany s) - formed in 1778 by Earl of Seaforth. Date: 1942

The Irish Guards leaving St. James Palace after Changing Guard, 1933. Creator: Unknown
The Irish Guards leaving St. James Palace after Changing Guard, 1933. One of the great tourist attractions of London: This ceremony takes place every morning at 10.30 at St James Palace

Changing of the Guard, Amalienborg Palace, Copenhagen, Denmark

Guards on Horseback, Changing of the Guard, Amalienborg Palace, Copenhagen, Denmark

Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting
Pictured are the 1st Battalion Coldstream Guards providing a large Guard of Honour at Buckingham Palace for the ceremonial arrival of the Commonwealth Heads of Government in London

Garde de Paris a Pied
3782922 Garde de Paris a Pied; (add.info.: Garde de Paris a Pied: member of Municipal Guard of Paris which was originally created by Napoleon I to maintain order and suppress riots in Paris)

Garde de Paris, with his horse
3782920 Garde de Paris, with his horse; (add.info.: Garde de Paris, with his horse: member of Municipal Guard of Paris which was originally created by Napoleon I to maintain order)

Gendarme d'elite
3782921 Gendarme d'elite; (add.info.: Gendarme d'elite: member of light cavalry units consisiting of young men of noble birth in the 19th century French Army. From series Paris au XIX)

The Welsh Guards leaving Buckingham Palace, London
circa 1910s

Ancient Germanic warriors on a battlefield. Formations of cavalry, infantry and other troops behind wheeled vehicles. Warrior at left with winged helmet, sword, shield, fur cape and tunic

Scots Guard playing the bagpipes. circa 1908

The Prince and Princess of Wales visit Rhyl, at the start of a three-day tour of Wales. 27th October 1981

Guardsmen have a snapshot of themselves at the Wellington Barracks set at Pinewood Studios during the filming of The Breaking of Bumbo. 10th March 1970

The Queen trooping the colour 1966. 13th June 1966

Antonio Rattin, captain of the Argentina football team, pictured in London sight seeing, taking a photograph of a Guardsman

The Royal Welsh Fusiliers, 1901. Creator: Gregory & Co
The Royal Welsh Fusiliers, 1901. The 1st battalion of the Royal Welsh Fusiliers line infantry regiment of the British Army served in the 1899 to 1902 Second Boer War

Picture No. 12479990
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Duke of Cambridge Takes the Salute for his First Colonelis Review
Pictured, the first time HRH Prince William carries out his role as Colonel of the Irish Guards Regiment. William is the Irish Guards first royal colonel and its Colonel-in-Chief is the Queen

Businessmen And Royal Guard
An illustration reproduced from a poster design, showing three smartly dressed businessmen wearing black hats and long coats, walking away from a Royal Guard with a bearskin hat. Date: circa 1939

Grenadier Guards, Sergeant and Drummer in State dress Date: 1915

French Military Man Dressing A Lady
An illustration of a French military man, having removed his bearskin hat, helping a young woman dress, by fastening the back. Date: circa 1901

Drummer Dyes Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for W. Edge & Sons Ltd. promoting Drummer Dyes, used for all fabrics, a bearskin guard drummer can be seen sat below a circular framed room interior

Ursula Lutyens
A portrait oil painting of Ursula Lutyens, seated wearing a tailed bearskin hat. The image is referenced to a letter, sent by the artist to his son, Ben Nicholson, in Pasadena, California

Army Cadet Band on Parade Date: 1907

Grenadier Guards Drum Major wearing bearskin hat Date: 1894

Grenadier Guards Drummer Boy wearing bearskin hat Date: 1893

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"Bearskin: A Symbol of Honor, Tradition, and Bravery in the British Military" Step into a world where history meets valor, as we explore the captivating significance within the British military. From the striking poster for Welsh Guards to the inter-war period's iconic British military poster, this timeless headgear has left an indelible mark on our collective memory. The colors unfurl with pride as we witness the advance of the Scots Guards at Alma through an exquisite oil painting from 1899. The Band of Coldstream Guards marches past Buckingham Palace during Trooping the Colour rehearsal, epitomizing precision and discipline that resonates throughout London's streets. Intriguingly adorned by Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders in a World War I recruitment poster, bearskins become a symbol not only of strength but also resilience amidst turmoil. Three Coldstream Guards stand tall as Crimean Braves on a Christmas and New Year card - their unwavering spirit encapsulated in every brushstroke. Grenadier Guards stationed at St Michaels Mount evoke images of steadfast guardianship while donning their majestic bearskins. Meanwhile, Pipe Major of The Scots Guards mesmerizes with his melodic tunes that echo through time itself. A detachment from The Black Watch proudly parades through Dundee's streets - embodying Scotland's rich heritage intertwined with bravery forged on countless battlefields. And who can forget those awe-inspiring moments when Scots Guards march along The Mall during Trooping the Colour? Their synchronized steps reverberate with national pride. Beyond its visual allure lies a deeper meaning; each bearskin represents centuries-old traditions passed down from generation to generation. It embodies honor earned through sacrifice and dedication to duty – an emblematic reminder etched into every thread. As we delve into these glimpses from history, let us pay homage to those who have worn this iconic headdress – men and women whose unwavering commitment to their country has made them true heroes.