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The Yeomen of the Guard at the Tower in their New Costume, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Yeomen of the Guard at the Tower in their New Costume, 1858. Beefeaters get new uniforms. The warders are a study, with their black velvet hats and particoloured ribbons, and hitherto gaily-emblazoned tunics, which, alas! we shall see no more, except on state occasions. The new dress which Messrs. Batt and Son have designed is very useful and becoming; the old cut is retained, the alterations being in the colour of the cloth and the trimmings. The tunic or frock is of dark blue cloth, with a crown in red cloth on the breast, and the letters V.R. underneath; two bands of red cloth round the sleeves...The cloak shown in the Illustration is the one supplied to protect the veterans during-inclement weather. The majority of the warders approve of the change. In the first place, the state tunic is very much out of character with the trousers, which requires the red stocking to harmonise. Secondly, they had to wear the tunics for so long a time that they looked very much like theatrical properties. We should have been very sorry to see the ancient Tudor costume superseded entirely; but we shall still have the satisfaction of seeing those veterans in it on the occasion of state visits to the City, and visits of crowned heads'. From "Illustrated London News", 1858
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This photograph, titled "The Yeomen of the Guard at the Tower in their New Costume, 1858," showcases the historic Beefeaters donning their updated uniforms. The image, created by an unknown photographer, captures the warders' regal presence as they stand before the iconic Tower of London. The Beefeaters, also known as the Yeomen Warders, have undergone a significant transformation, swapping their gaily-emblazoned tunics for a more practical and elegant attire. The new uniform, designed by Messrs. Batt and Son, retains the traditional cut but introduces a dark blue cloth tunic with a red crown emblem on the breast and the letters V.R. beneath. The sleeves feature two red cloth bands, and the warders wear dark trousers to replace the old red stockings that once harmonized with the red tunics. The photograph also reveals the cloaks provided to shield the veterans from inclement weather. Although some warders approve of the change, there is a sense of nostalgia for the ancient Tudor costume that has now been relegated to state occasions. The old uniform, with its vibrant colors and theatrical appearance, was a striking contrast to the trousers, making the red stockings necessary to maintain harmony. The Illustrated London News reported on this change in 1858, expressing a sense of loss for the traditional uniform while acknowledging the practicality and suitability of the new attire. The Beefeaters' new uniforms represent a blend of tradition and modernity, allowing them to maintain their historic role while adapting to the changing times.
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