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New Uniform of the Coldstream Guards, 1856. Creator: Unknown
New Uniform of the Coldstream Guards, 1856. The Night Sentry has been made almost luxuriously comfortable, even in the most severe weather, by the new great-coat...The Drill Sergeant's collar...has been considerably reduced in depth, and the gold facings and star have been decreased in proportion...The Colour Sergeant has now a plain blue cloth collar, decorated with a star, but no gold lace. The Drum Major's massive epaulets have been exchanged for wings of gold lace with bullion fringe...The Barrack Guard have had their convenience consulted by the substitution of the new unstiffened blue forage cap with white band for the hard unbending cap they used to wear, The Drummer's new collar, opening in front, and narrower, must make him feel more at ease...The Major's uniform has...a star and crown [on] his new collar...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856
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This photograph, sourced from the esteemed archives of Heritage Images, showcases the new uniform of the Coldstream Guards, as featured in the Illustrated London News in 1856. The Coldstream Guards, a prestigious regiment of the British Army, underwent significant changes in their appearance that year, aiming to enhance both comfort and style for its members. The Night Sentry, clad in the new great-coat, is depicted in this image. The great-coat, designed to provide warmth in severe weather, was made almost luxuriously comfortable, a welcome improvement for the sentries on duty. The Drill Sergeant's collar, once deep and adorned with gold facings and a star, has been considerably reduced in depth. The Colour Sergeant dons a plain blue cloth collar, decorated with a star but no gold lace. The Drum Major's massive epaulets have been exchanged for wings of gold lace with bullion fringe. The Barrack Guard's convenience has been prioritized with the substitution of the new unstiffened blue forage cap with a white band for the hard, unbending cap they previously wore. The Drummer's new collar, opening in front and narrower, is expected to make him feel more at ease. The Major's uniform, complete with a star and crown on his new collar, is also shown in this image. These changes brought about a modernized look for the Coldstream Guards, reflecting the evolving needs and expectations of the military during the 19th century. This photograph, a fascinating glimpse into the history of military fashion, offers a captivating insight into the uniforms of the Coldstream Guards during this period.
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