Bear Skins Collection

Grenadier Guards march to Wellington Barracks after Changing the Guard ceremony, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Soldiers at Trooping the Colour 2012, The Queens Birthday Parade, Horse Guards, Whitehall, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The Scots Guards marching to a State Ceremonial
The Scots Guards - The Regiment marching to a State Ceremonial. Date: circa 1910s

Coldstream Guards entering the Bank of England for guard duty (colour litho)
3095096 Coldstream Guards entering the Bank of England for guard duty (colour litho) by Payne, Henry A. (Harry) (1868-1940); Private Collection; (add.info)

Scenes of Life in the Backwoods (b / w photo)
1038946 Scenes of Life in the Backwoods (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes of Life in the Backwoods)

The Scots Guards, Victoria Memorial, Buckingham Palace (colour litho)
3093814 The Scots Guards, Victoria Memorial, Buckingham Palace (colour litho) by Howard, C. T. (fl.1914-18) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Scots Guards, Victoria Memorial)

Stanley Baker star of the film Zulu photographed on his arrival at the Olympia cinema, Cardiff to attend the Welsh premiere of the film. 18th March 1964

Grenadier Guards in their standard Uniforms and traditional Bear Skin Hats. January 1965 P005743

The Scots Greys at the Royal Military Tournament at Islington, in the " Musical Ride" Date: 1896

Guardsmen protecting station during railway strike
Armed guardsmen in bearskins protecting a platform and railway lines during the railway strike. The location is believed to be Clapham Junction, London. 1911

Reception of Queen Victoria by review of guards, Hyde Park
The rapturous reception given to Her Majesty, Queen Victoria, by the Guards at the review in Hyde Park, London, after the regiments return from the Crimean War

Mountain Guard at Buckingham Palace
Guard Mounting (or Changing of the Guard ) ceremony at Buckingham Palace - guards musicians playing their instruments in a circular formation inside the gates of the Palace

Trooping the Colour on George Vs Birthday
Trooping the Colour in Whitehall, Central London, on King George Vs birthday

Sir Evelyn Wood at the Tower of London
Field Marshal Sir Henry Evelyn Wood (1838-1919) after his installation as the new Governor (or Constable) of the Tower of London, a position he held until the year he died

Franco-Prussian War. First German Prisoners brought into Met
Bare headed Prussian soldiers are brought into Metz under guard of French soldiers dressed in bearskins and frogged and braided uniforms

British Guardsmen Scrap
Two British guardsmen with their rifles shouldered

Brit Fife & Drum Late 19
See the handsome bandsmen come, One with a fife and one with a drum !

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"Bear Skins: A Symbol of Tradition and Honor in the Heart of London" In the bustling streets of London, Europe's cultural melting pot, a sight that never fails to captivate locals and tourists alike is the majestic Grenadier Guards marching to Wellington Barracks. After their awe-inspiring Changing the Guard ceremony, these soldiers proudly don their iconic bear skin hats as they make their way through the city. Another momentous occasion where bear skins take center stage is during Trooping the Colour, The Queen's Birthday Parade at Horse Guards on Whitehall. Soldiers from various regiments, including The Scots Guards and Irish Guards with shamrocks adorning their uniforms, showcase their impeccable precision while wearing these striking headpieces. The historical significance attached to these bear skins extends beyond ceremonial events. In a captivating black and white photograph titled "Scenes of Life in the Backwoods, " we catch a glimpse of rugged pioneers sporting bear skin coats as they navigate through untamed wilderness - a testament to survival skills in harsh conditions. Not limited to land-based endeavors alone, even naval officers have been known to embrace this distinctive headgear. King George V and Queen Mary are immortalized on the steps of St George's Chapel wearing elegant attire complemented by traditional Bear Skin Hats. It also find themselves guarding institutions like no other; Coldstream Guards stand tall outside none other than Bank of England itself. Their presence symbolizes strength and security while adding an air of grandeur amidst towering financial institutions. Beyond military contexts, famous personalities have embraced this timeless fashion statement too. Stanley Baker, renowned star from Zulu film fame arrives at Olympia adorned with his own version of a bear skin hat - exuding confidence and style wherever he goes. As we delve into history or witness contemporary events unfold before our eyes, one thing remains constant -the Grenadier Guards' standard uniforms accompanied by those unmistakable Bear Skin Hats continue to epitomize tradition and honor.