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Her Majesty inspecting the Aldershott Division at Frimley, 1858. Creator: Unknown
Her Majesty inspecting the Aldershott Division at Frimley, 1858....the whole division consisted of eleven regiments of infantry, two regiments of cavalry, twenty-four guns, a detachment of engineers, and a battalion of the Military Train, in all about 12, 000 or 13, 000 men - a very respectable force to move with facility even for a few miles along a turnpike-road...the Queen, accompanied by the Prince Consort, who was attired in the undress uniform of a general officer... took up their stations on Frimley-green...The column of troops...marched past the Queen's carriage without carrying arms or dipping the colours...The appearance of the troops in heavy marching order, incumbered by all the useful but inelegant accessories of active service, if not so gay as when on parade, is infinitely more martial, and impresses the spectator with the idea that he is witnessing a really effective military force, not a mere holiday procession. The discipline of the troops seemed admirable: regiment after regiment, as they rounded the inclosure and defiled past the Staff, stepping as one man, showed the strict training they had been under...The Queen remained standing during the whole time occupied by the passing of the column, upwards of an hour and a half'. From "Illustrated London News", 1858
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Her Majesty's Inspection of the Aldershot Division at Frimley, 1858: A Spectacle of Military Discipline and Might This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in military history, as Her Majesty Queen Victoria and her consort, Prince Albert, inspect the Aldershot Division at Frimley in 1858. The whole division consisted of eleven regiments of infantry, two regiments of cavalry, twenty-four guns, a detachment of engineers, and a battalion of the Military Train, amounting to approximately 12,000 or 13,000 men. The Queen and Prince Consort, both dressed in formal attire, took up their positions on Frimley-green, marking the beginning of an impressive military display. The column of troops, heavy with the necessary equipment for active service, marched past the Queen's carriage without carrying arms or dipping the colours, demonstrating their respect and discipline. The appearance of the troops in heavy marching order, though less visually appealing than on parade, conveyed a sense of genuine military might. The spectator was not merely witnessing a holiday procession but a truly effective military force. The discipline of the troops was evident as regiment after regiment, stepping in unison, showcased the rigorous training they had undergone. Her Majesty remained standing throughout the entire inspection, which lasted over an hour and a half, a testament to her unwavering dedication and commitment to the British military. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of military discipline, training, and the role of the monarchy in maintaining the strength of the British armed forces.
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