Guardsmen Collection (#7)

Boy Lance Corporal of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, End 1760s. Artist: Anonymous
Boy Lance Corporal of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, End 1760s. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, End of 1770s. Artist: Anonymous
Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, End of 1770s. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Lifeguard Grenadier at the time of Empress Catherine II. Artist: Anonymous
Lifeguard Grenadier at the time of Empress Catherine II. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Grenadier of the First Marine Battalion, 1786. Artist: Anonymous
Grenadier of the First Marine Battalion, 1786. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Russian Grenadiers (Plate), 1850s. Artist: Anonymous
Russian Grenadiers (Plate), 1850s. From a private collection

Grenadiers of the Preobrazhensky, Semenovsky and Izmailovsky Regiment in 1763-1775, Early 1840s. Found in the collection of the A. Suvorov State Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Count Nikolay Alexeyevich Tatishchev (1739-1823), 1795. Artist: Pyadyshev, Vasily Petrovich (1758-1835)
Portrait of Count Nikolay Alexeyevich Tatishchev (1739-1823), 1795. Found in the collection of the State A. Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

The Izmailovsky Regiment on the Battle of Borodino 1812, 1840s. Artist: Kotzebue, Alexander von (1815-1889)
The Izmailovsky Regiment on the Battle of Borodino 1812, 1840s. Found in the collection of the State Borodino War and History Museum, Moscow

Changing of the Guard at the Tsarina?s Meadow in Saint Petersburg, 1799. Artist: Ivanov, Mikhail Matveevich (1748-1823)
Changing of the Guard at the Tsarina?s Meadow in Saint Petersburg, 1799. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Grenadier of the Izmailovsky Regiment in 1762, End 1830s. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
Grenadier of the Izmailovsky Regiment in 1762, End 1830s. Found in the collection of the A. Suvorov State Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1712, End 1830s. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1712, End 1830s. Found in the collection of the A. Suvorov State Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Grenadiers of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1732-1738, Early 1840s. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
Grenadiers of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1732-1738, Early 1840s. Found in the collection of the A. Suvorov State Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Grenadier cap in 1742-1762, Early 1840s. Artist: Chorikov, Boris Artemyevich (1802-1866)
Grenadier cap in 1742-1762, Early 1840s. Found in the collection of the A. Suvorov State Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Portrait of Ioasaph Arbenev, 1799. Artist: Borovikovsky, Vladimir Lukich (1757-1825)
Portrait of Ioasaph Arbenev, 1799. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1800, 1840s. Artist: Belousov, Lev Alexandrovich (1806-1864)
Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1800, 1840s. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Under Officerr of the Cavalry Pioneer Squadron, 1830-1840s. Artist: Belousov, Lev Alexandrovich (1806-1864)
Under Officerr of the Cavalry Pioneer Squadron, 1830-1840s. From a private collection

Under Officer and Soldier of the Pavlovsky Guard Regiment, 1830-1840s. Artist: Belousov, Lev Alexandrovich (1806-1864)
Under Officer and Soldier of the Pavlovsky Guard Regiment, 1830-1840s. From a private collection

Chief Officers and Soldiers of the Izmaylovsky Lifeguard regiment, 1830-1840s. From a private collection

Chief Staff Officers of the Uhlans Regiment Grand Duke Michael Pavlovich of Russia, 1830s. From a private collection

Portrait of Count Jakov Karlovich Sievers (1818-1865) and Countess Vera Mikhaylovna 1818-1865, 1843. Found in the collection of the State Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Grenadier cap of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1762, Early 1840s. Artist: Petrovsky, Alexey Gavrilovich (1817-?)
Grenadier cap of the Preobrazhensky Regiment in 1762, Early 1840s. Found in the collection of the A. Suvorov State Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

Light infantryman of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, 1816-1822. Private Collection

The Siege of the Shumen Fortress in 1828, 1829. Artist: Anonymous
The Siege of the Shumen Fortress in 1828, 1829. From a private collection

The Leib Guards in Peterhof, 1874. Artist: Balashov, Pyotr Ivanovich (?-1888)
The Leib Guards in Peterhof, 1874. From a private collection

Changing of the Guard at the Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, c. 1800. Artist: Mayr, Johann Georg, von (1760-1816)
Changing of the Guard at the Palace Square in Saint Petersburg, c. 1800. Found in the collection of the State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg

Changing of the Preobrazhensky Regiment Guards in the Gatchina Palace at the time of Paul I, 1845. Found in the collection of the State Open-air Museum Palace Gatchina, St. Petersburg

Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, 1793. Artist: Geissler, Christian Gottfried Heinrich (1770-1844)
Grenadier of the Preobrazhensky Regiment, 1793. Found in the collection of the A. Suvorov State Memorial Museum, St. Petersburg

The Semenovsky Life-Guards Regiment, First quarter of 19th cen Artist: Vernet, Horace (1789-1863)
The Semenovsky Life-Guards Regiment, First quarter of 19th cen.. From a private collection

Portrait of Pyotr Ivanovich Nirotmortsev, 1774. Artist: Vasilyev, Ivan (1730-?)
Portrait of Pyotr Ivanovich Nirotmortsev, 1774. Found in the collection of the Regional K. Savitsky Art Gallery, Pensa

Portrait of the General Fyodor Berchman, 1762. Artist: Christineck, Carl Ludwig Johann (1732 / 3-1792 / 4)
Portrait of the General Fyodor Berchman, 1762. Found in the collection of the State History Museum, Moscow

Denmark - Copenhagen - The Royal Guard - Amelienborg Palace. Date: circa late 1930s

Two soldiers on a stirrup-shaped New Year card
Two soldiers, one of them on sentry duty, on a stirrup-shaped New Year card. Date: circa 1890s

Greetings card in the shape of a sentry box with guard
Greetings card in the shape of a sentry box with a guard standing in front. Date: circa 1890s

Grenadier guardsman drumming on a Victorian scrap. Date: circa 1890s

Three boys in military uniform on a greetings card. Date: circa 1890s

Guardsman in a sentry box on a greetings card. Date: circa 1890s

Guardsman on horseback on a Christmas card. circa 1890s

Vatican City, Rome, Italy - Quarters of the Swiss Guard. Date: circa 1908

Woman police officer on horseback, London
Woman police officer (Ruth Lindley) on horseback in Central London in front of a band of marching guardsmen. Women were appointed to the Mounted Branch in 1970. Date: circa 1977

Sergeant Michael O Leary, VC at Cuinchy
Sergeant Michael John O Leary (29 September 1890 2 August 1961), capturing the barricade at Cuinchy on February 1st. Date: 1915

Private J. Mackenzie, 2nd Scots Guards VC
John Mackenzie (22 November 1871 17 May 1915), who was awarded a VC for the Batlle of Loos Date: 1915

Lance-Corporal F. W. Dobson, Coldstream Guards VC
Frederick William Dobson, (9 November 1886 15 November 1935), who was awarded a VC for the First Battle of the Aisne Date: 1915

Lance-Corporal W. D. Fuller, Grenadier Guards VC
Lance-Corporal Wilfred Dolby Fuller (28 July 1893 22 November 1947), Grenadier Guards, who earned the Victoria Cross for bravery at the Battle of Neuve Chapelle. Date: 1915

Private Edward Barber, Grenadier Guards VC
Private Edward Barber (10 June 1893 12 March 1915), Grenadier Guards VC, who was awarded the VC for his conduct at the Battle of Neuve Chapelle. Date: 1915

Lieutenant G. A. Boyd-Rochfort, VC
George Arthur Boyd-Rochfort (1880 1940), lieutenant in the Scots Guards and recipient of the Victoria Cross for bravery in the trenches between Cambrai and La Bass饬 painted by Herbert Draper

Three guardsmen in an envelope on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Little boy and guardsman, Whitehall, Central London
Little boy looking up at a guardsman, Whitehall, Central London. Date: circa 1960s

Coronation of George VI
Royal Coach processing past crowds of spectators during the Coronation of George VI on 12th May of 1937 escorted by Guardsmen in full ceremonial uniform. Date: 1937

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"Guarding London's Majesty: A Glimpse into the Lives of Guardsmen" Imposing and resolute, the Grenadier Guards march in unison to Wellington Barracks after a mesmerizing Changing the Guard ceremony. Their scarlet tunics and bearskin hats command attention, representing centuries of tradition in London, England. Meanwhile, the Irish Guards proudly display their emblematic Shamrock, symbolizing their rich heritage and unwavering loyalty. These brave soldiers stand tall alongside iconic landmarks such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, and even a classic red Telephone Box - souvenirs that capture the essence of London. During festive seasons like Christmas and New Year's Eve, it is not uncommon to receive heartwarming greetings adorned with images of Coldstream Guards. Their presence on these cards evokes a sense of joy and celebration amidst snow-covered streets. In sepia-toned photographs cherished by visitors from around the world, memories are preserved forever. The snapshots showcase Big Ben towering over Buckingham Palace while guards maintain their post nearby. Tower Bridge stands proud against an ever-changing skyline as red Telephone Boxes dot every corner - all encapsulating quintessential British charm. At significant events like Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee Celebrations or Trooping the Colour Parade for her Birthday Parade at Horse Guards on Whitehall Street; guards wearing magnificent bearskin hats create an awe-inspiring spectacle that leaves spectators breathless. Leading processions with melodic precision is none other than the Band of Scots Guards. Their harmonious tunes echo through bustling streets as they accompany regal ceremonies at Buckingham Palace during Changing the Guard rituals. Amongst this grandeur lies a quiet dedication seen in soldiers standing stoically at sentry boxes outside Buckingham Palace. Clad in bearskin busbies and immaculate uniforms, they embody strength and vigilance while safeguarding Her Majesty's residence day after day.