Guards Collection (#62)

American troops marching through London, WW1
American troops marching along Horse Guards Avenue, Central London, during the First World War. 1917

Christmas morning service at the Tower of London
A Christmas Morning service at St. Peters Church in the Tower of London in 1911, attended by well-dressed ladies, Yeoman of the Guard (beefeaters) and guards officers in bearskin helmets. Date: 1911

Inhabitants giving coffee to British troops, Flanders, WW1
Local inhabitants giving coffee to British troops (2nd Scots Guards) on the road from Roulers to Ypres, Flanders, during the First World War. Date: 14 October 1914

Dogs patrolling Louvre at night following theft of Mona Lisa
Guard dogs patrolling the galleries of the Louvre Museum in Paris at night in 1911. Following the theft of La Giaconda (better known as the Mona Lisa) by Leonardo da Vinci from the gallery

Belgian cavalry passing through Sommergem, WW1
Belgian cavalry passing through Sommergem (Somerghem), East Flanders, Belgium, during the First World War. Transport of the 2nd Scots Guards can be seen on the right

Oslo Castle Guards
Three guards parading the grounds of Oslo Castle, Norway. Date: late 1960s

Horse Guards Building
Horse Guards, a large building in the Palladian style, between Whitehall and Horse Guards Parade, London. Built by John Vardy to a design by William Kent. Date: built 1751 - 1753

Horse Guards Floodlight
Horse Guards, a large building in the Palladian style, between Whitehall and Horse Guards Parade, London. Built by John Vardy to a design by William Kent. Date: built 1751 - 1753

Royal Brass Band
One of the Royal Guards holds up some sheet music for his colleagues in the brass band to read! Date: 1960s

7th Division and others, Zeebrugge, Belgium, WW1
Men of the Belgian 7th Division on the quay at Zeebrugge, Belgium, soon after the start of the First World War. With them are men of the 2nd Scots Guards and 2nd Gordon Highlanders

Soviet Russian political cartoon
A Soviet Russian political cartoon containing a satirical image of the late Tsar Nicholas II (top right) and the anti-Bolshevik general Pyotr Wrangel (middle right)

Guards Memorial - St Jamess Park, London
The Guards Memorial - St Jamess Park, London (as seen from Horseguards Parade) - unveiled by the Duke of Connaught on 16th October, 1926. An obelisk of Portland stone with a granite base

Coronation. Markers waiting for Guard of Honour
A member of the Royal Air Force Regiment and a member of the 2nd Battalion Scots Guards, take up position as markers for the imminent arrival of the guards of honour. 1953

Coronation. A VIP Coach approaches Abbey
The Prime Ministers Procession. Churchills coach approches the Abbey greeted by an officer of the Household Cavalry and an officer of the Brigade of Guards.Churchills coach escorted by Ivth Queens

Coronation. March towards Abbey
March towards the Abbey. In the foreground the Guard of Honour mounted by The Royal Marines. The marching column is a group of members The Life Guards of the Household Cavalry on foot. 1953

Coronation. Guard of Honour outside Abbey
Guard of Honour moounted by 2nd Battalion Scots Guards opposite the west door of the Abbey. The band of the Royal Marines is on the extreme right. 1953

The Corps D Elite of the German army: types of Prussian foot guards, from left: an officer of the Prussian Foot Guards in field uniform; 2

The Queen on the Horse Guards Parade
The Queen turns to exchange a smile with the Duke of Edinburgh during the ceremony of the Horse Guards Parade. Date: 1956

Front cover of the Sphere Silver Jubilee Record
This special cover for the Spheres Silver Jubilee Record is silver and features a royal carriage and attendant guards and footmen. 1935

Empress of Germany inspecting hospital train, Berlin
Empress of Germany, Augusta Victoria of Schleswig-Holstein (1848-1921), wife of Kaiser Wilhelm II, seen here inspecting a hospital train in Berlin during the First World War. Date: circa 1914-1918

Soldiers on board SS Lake Michigan, WW1
Men of the 2nd Scots Guards and the 2nd Gordon Highlanders on board the SS Lake Michigan during the First World War. 6 October 1914

Guard of the Hogvakten, Stockholm, Sweden
Guard of the Hogvakten at the Royal Palace or Castle called the Kungliga Slottet in Stockholm, Sweden circa 2008

Soldiers at Varmi Fort, Nigeria, West Africa, WW1
Soldiers of C Company M1 at Varmi Fort, Nigeria, West Africa, during the First World War. Date: circa 1914-1916

Scots Guards on board SS Lake Michigan, WW1
Men and officers of the 2nd Scots Guards on board the SS Lake Michigan during the First World War. Date: 6 October 1914

Lord Herbert Kitchener in ceremonial uniform
Lord Herbert Kitchener (1850-1916) with others, in full ceremonial uniform, including many medals and a feather-topped hat. Date: circa 1914-1916

Grenadier Guards perform
The musical festival at Boston: the band of the grenadier guards playing The Star Spangled Banner. Date: 1872

Scots Guards in trench on Western Front, WW1
Scots Guards of the 1st Battalion, B Company, in the " Big Willie" trench on the Western Front (probably in northern France) during the First World War. Date: October 1915

Anti-bandit campaign in Corsica
Armoured cars and armed guards protect the police and army officers as they scour the countryside around Calcatoggio, during the anti-bandit campaign in Corsica. 1932

Queen Elizabeth at a parade, 1953
A young Queen Elizabeth II looks back over her shoulder as she waits for a parade of the Household Cavalry at Home Park, Windsor during a presentation of New Standards

Edward, Prince of Wales, inspecting field kitchen, Richmond
Edward, Prince of Wales (the future Edward VIII), inspecting a field kitchen of the Grenadier Guards in Richmond Park, Surrey, at the start of the First World War. Date: 1914

Guards processing on the Coronation route, 1953
This view of the Mall, from Admiralty Arch, shows files of Guards marching in formation as they near Buckingham Palace. 1953

Barrack canteen exterior, 1847
Exterior of an army barrack canteen, 1847. An illustration provided to accompany an article in the Illustrated London News, advocating temperance and reform

Huntley & Palmers advertisement, Coronation 1953
Advertisement for Huntley & Palmers biscuits, " The Worlds Finest, " at the time of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II

Barrack canteen interior, 1847
Interior of an army barrack canteen, 1847. An illustration provided to accompany an article in the Illustrated London News, advocating temperance and reform

Silhouette of Household Cavalry in Hyde Park, London
Silhouette depicting a procession of mounted Household Cavalry in Hyde Park, London, featured in the Tatlers Coronation issue. 1953

Woolwich hulks - guards give escape signal
The Woolwich hulks (prison ships) - guards give the escape signal. Date: 1862

Coronation. Guard of Honour in position
The Guard of Honour outside The abbey entrance mounted by The R.A.F. Regiment to the left and The 2nd Battalion Scots Guards on their right

Mary Churchill christens a canteen, 1944
A Church Army Mobile Canteen was named The Second Front by Subaltern Mary Churchill, A.T.S at a ceremony on Horse Guards Parade. Miss Churchill is seen with Captain G.A Bucknell, the Rev

Coronation. Irish State Coach leaves Abbey
The Irish State Coach leaves the Abbey after dropping off The Queen Mother. In the foreground The Guard of Honour mounted by the 2nd Battalion Scots Guards to the left

Danish royal visitors leaving Victoria Station on their way to Buckingham Palace -- state procession with a carriage containing Queen Ingrid of Denmark, Queen Elizabeth

Coronation. Guard of Honour in place
The Guard of Honour formed by the 2nd Battalion The Scots Guards in position outside the west door of the Abbey. 1953

Coronation. Escort of Guards
The Escort of Brigade of Guards move off down Victoria Street. 1953

Edward VII lying in state
Edward VII - ( Edward the Peacemaker ) lying in state in Windsor Castle. Date: 1910

The Brenner Pass - Italy (3 / 3)
The Brenner Pass (Brennerpass, Passo del Brennero) - a mountain pass through the Alps along the border between Italy and Austria - one of the principal passes of the Alps

Swiss Guard - The Vatican City, Rome, Italy Date: circa 1904

Omsk on the Trans-Siberian Railway
Two stands of the Trans-Siberian Railway meet at Omsk, Russia. This is the very impressive bridge over the north-flowing Irtysh River at Omsk, the view looking directly down the line of the track

Eastbourne Lifeguards
A team of Lifeguards in action on the beach at Eastbourne, Sussex, England, showing the safety equipment used to reel in the guards themselves during a rescue. Date: 1960s

Riot at Vincennes
An attack on the royal chateau of Vincennes, south-east of Paris, could have led to another Bastille event but for the intervention of Lafayette and his guards. Date: 18 February 1791

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"Guarding the Legacy: A Tribute to the Protectors" Queen Elizabeth II in uniform of Grenadier Guards: Symbolizing strength and dedication, Her Majesty stands tall as a proud member of the esteemed Grenadier Guards. Poster for Welsh Guards: The brave defenders from Wales, standing united with their distinctive red plumes, ready to serve and protect. The Last Stand of the Imperial Guards at Waterloo: Immortalized in history, these valiant soldiers fought fearlessly until the end, showcasing unwavering loyalty and courage. British Military Poster - Inter-war period: Reflecting an era of preparation and vigilance, this poster reminds us of the guards' commitment to safeguarding our nation's security during uncertain times. Defence of Chateau de Hougoumont - Battle of Waterloo: Witnessing a fierce battle unfold, these guardians held their ground against all odds, defending Chateau de Hougoumont with unmatched valor. Badges of Scottish Regiments - World War One: Emblems representing Scotland's proud regiments who stood shoulder-to-shoulder on foreign soil; their badges tell tales of sacrifice and honor. Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier: Silent sentinels paying homage to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom; they stand guard with reverence and respect. Grenadiers Mount Guard: With precision and discipline ingrained in every step they take, these elite soldiers mount guard with utmost professionalism at historic locations across London. Grenadier Guards march to Wellington Barracks after Changing the Guard ceremony, London, England, United Kingdom Europe): A magnificent display as scarlet-clad guards march proudly through London's streets after fulfilling their ceremonial duties – a sight that captures hearts worldwide. Royal Scots Dragoon Guards & Gulf War Tank : Combining tradition with modern warfare capabilities; these armored warriors exemplify adaptability and resilience in the face of conflict. Guards Saluting.