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The Life Guards
Four o clock parade of the 1st Life Guards at the Horse Guards Parade, Whitehall. Artist: Harry Payne Date: 1908
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Four Guards Harry Parade Payne Whitehall
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This striking postcard image captures the grandeur and tradition of the British military during the early 1900s, specifically the Four o'clock Parade of the 1st Life Guards at Horse Guards Parade in Whitehall. The scene is depicted by the talented English artist, Harry Payne, in 1908. The 1st Life Guards, an elite cavalry regiment of the British Army, are shown in their full regalia, riding their horses with pride and precision. The horses, too, are immaculately groomed and dressed in their own military-style blankets and trappings. The parade takes place at Horse Guards Parade, a historic site located in the heart of London on Whitehall, where military ceremonies and troop reviews have been held since the late 17th century. The image captures the moment just before the parade begins, with the soldiers adjusting their helmets and checking their equipment. The sun casts a warm, golden light over the scene, highlighting the intricate details of the soldiers' uniforms and the glossy coats of their horses. The atmosphere is one of order, discipline, and tradition, as the soldiers prepare to mount their horses and march off in formation. The Four o'clock Parade was a daily ceremony that took place at 4 pm, where the Life Guards would ride out from Horse Guards Parade and make their way to Buckingham Palace to take up their positions for the Changing of the Guard ceremony. This postcard provides a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a window into the daily life of the British military during a time of great change and imperial expansion.
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