ARTICLES | British Pageantry

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“George V — The Compassionate King”
The British royal family is surrounded by and even defined by such pomp and pageantry, such history and such a weight of tradition that it's easy to lose sight of the human beings they really are. James H. Hillestad sketches the human side of George V. | W. Britain’s The Standard
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“The Queen’s Waterboatmen”
In 2002 the William Britain Collectors Club introduced the Golden Jubilee series recreating the gala coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. One of the leading elements in the procession was the Queen’s Royal Watermen, led by the Queen’s Royal Bargemaster. By James H. Hillestad traces this illustrious contingent to its ancestry with Henry VII (1487). | W. Britain’s The Standard
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“A Royal Connection”
James H. Hillestad takes a look at the strong connection W. Britain has always had with the British Royal Family. | W. Britain’s The Standard
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“The Guards”
James H. Hillestad gives an insight into some of the lesser-known facts and customs of the Guards Division. | W. Britain’s The Standard
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“Why Red?”
James H. Hillestad explores why the colour red has been so closely associated with British history and royalty. | W. Britain’s The Standard
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“From Scarlet to Khaki”
James H. Hillestad traces the evolution of the field service uniform. | W. Britain’s The Standard
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“3 Regiments, 3 Traditions”
The Toy Soldier Museum’s James H. Hillestad examines unique traditions of a trio of distinguished British regiments. | Toy Solider & Model Figure
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“Dirks and Skean Dhus”
James H. Hillestad hones in on two unique “weapons” which adorn Scottish uniforms. | W. Britain’s The Standard
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“Aye, the Gordons Are Coming!”
The Toy Soldier Museum’s James H. Hillestad highlights one of the British Army’s most famous regiments. | Toy Solider & Model Figure
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“British Regimental Drums and Those Who Play Them”
James H. Hillestad explores the history and traditions behind British military percussionists. | Toy Solider & Model Figure
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“The Household Cavalry — Pageantry Personified”
James H. Hillestad highlights the two senior regiments of the British Army. | W. Britain’s The Standard
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“Military Mascots”
James H. Hillestad reflects on the unique and at times bizarre roles played by animals such as goats, sheep and elephants in British military history and traditions. | Toy Solider & Model Figure
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“A Room Fit for a Banquet”
James H. Hillestad details the creation of a diorama depicting a British Army regimental dinner circa 1900. | Toy Solider & Model Figure
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“Chelsea Pensioners”
James H. Hillestad pays homage to the Royal Hospital Chelsea’s residents, who have become celbrated figures in the world of military miniatures. | Toy Solider & Model Figure
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The Toy Soldier Museum
5459 Paradise Valley Rd
Cresco, PA 18326
570-629-7227