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Childrens Games: The Guardsman that fainted on parade
Childrens Games: The Guardsman that fainted on parade. 60 small boys dressed as Grenadier Guardsmen were busy square-bashing on a beautiful lawn of St. Josephs Academy, Leigh Terrace, Black Heath, London, today in preparation for their Sports Day which takes place next Saturday June 27th. Their Sports master Mr. John Taylor was giving the orders today, but at the actual show, Paul Hunter aged 12 from Upper School will give the orders and run the display. Michael Dufficy aged 9 years fainted on parade, but not an eyelid flickered, not a guardsman moved a muscle, for their Commanding Officer 12 year old Paul Hunter along with the Regimental Sergeant Major Pat Gittins aged 13 years were inspecting. But as soon as the okay was given Michael sat up with a broad grin and the guardsmen relaxed and laughed with him, for its all a part of the show and Michael would be the last guardsman to faint. The fall in a rigid position for the fainting episode came easily to Michael, for in another section of the display the guardsmen fall forward like toy soldiers. June 1953
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Capturing a moment of both discipline and camaraderie, this print titled 'Children's Games: The Guardsman that Fainted on Parade' transports us back to the summer of 1953 in London. In preparation for their upcoming Sports Day, sixty young boys dressed as Grenadier Guardsmen were diligently practicing their drills on the lush lawn of St. Joseph's Academy. Under the watchful eyes of their Sports master, Mr. John Taylor, these aspiring soldiers followed orders with precision and dedication. However, amidst the synchronized movements, nine-year-old Michael Dufficy unexpectedly fainted on parade. Yet, not a single guardsman flinched or broke formation as twelve-year-old Paul Hunter assumed command alongside Regimental Sergeant Major Pat Gittins. As soon as Michael regained consciousness with a broad grin on his face, laughter filled the air among his fellow guardsmen who knew it was all part of the show. Falling in rigid positions during fainting episodes came naturally to them since they had practiced falling forward like toy soldiers in another section of their display. This photograph captures not only the determination and professionalism displayed by these young boys but also highlights their ability to find joy even in unexpected moments. It serves as a timeless reminder that childhood games can teach valuable lessons about teamwork, resilience, and finding humor in life's challenges.
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