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Tourist and guardsman, Windsor
A male Japanese tourist poses for a photograph beside a Welsh Guardsman in his sentry box outside Windsor Castle. First published The Daily Telegraph Date: 1989
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© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1989 Duty Ease Eighties Guard Guarding Guards Guardsman Sentry Stand Tourist Windsor
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In this evocative photograph taken in the late 1980s, a Japanese tourist stands beside a Welsh Guardsman, both lost in their own worlds as they pause for a moment in the bustling street outside Windsor Castle in England. The Welsh Guardsman, dressed in his ceremonial uniform and holding his musket, stands rigidly to attention in his sentry box, a symbol of the tradition and history that Windsor Castle represents. The tourist, with a camera around his neck and a curious expression on his face, captures the moment with a smile, a testament to the enduring allure of travel and discovery. The image, first published in The Daily Telegraph in 1989, transports us back to a time when the world seemed a little slower, when the simple pleasure of a photograph could capture the essence of a travel experience. The contrast between the tourist's modern camera and the guardsman's historic uniform highlights the juxtaposition of old and new, tradition and progress, and the enduring appeal of both. Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world, has been the residence of British monarchs for over 900 years. The castle's grounds and the surrounding town have long been popular tourist destinations, attracting visitors from around the world who come to experience the rich history and culture of England. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the connections that can be made between people from different parts of the world, and the role that travel and tourism play in fostering understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures and traditions. It is a snapshot of a moment in time, frozen in history, yet full of meaning and significance for generations to come.
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