Monday 1 August 2022

1790 Tradgardland dragoons, dismounted service

 Based the first of the Tradgardland troops this evening-



David’s excellent flag  showing the tennis racquets and balls made by the guild’s men in this unit. Below is the illustration which provided inspiration for the regimental tailors to copy-


10 comments:

  1. We love a nice (dismounted) dragoon. Interesting flags - What is the (Beckham-ite) significance of the guild of golden balls?

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    1. Nothing beckhamite here but merely an artistic representation of the hand sewn tennis balls that graced the courts of eighteenth century Europa. Much sought after by Kings, Princes and those who sought out the finest work.
      Alan Tradgardland

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    1. Thanks but I can only claim the basing.
      Alan Tradgardland

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    1. Fine indeed, with more on the way…

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  4. They look great! An unusual and attractive unit... Like the flag too! ;-)

    Cheers,

    David.

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    1. Thanks! Agree re the flag :)
      Alan Tradgardland

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  5. Thanks!
    Alan Tradgardland

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