The Queen's Guards are an iconic image of the monarchy with their distinctive towering hats and poker-face expressions
The Queen 's Guards are an iconic image of the monarchy with their distinctive towering hats and poker-face expressions. However, one aspect of their uniform may be a total mystery.
Each regiment puts a slightly different spin on the famous ceremonial hat. One of the regiments, the Grenadier Guards, fought at the Battle of Waterloo in 1815 - and their trademark hats date back to this era.The Grenadier Guards that are seen in official ceremonies have a unique way of wearing their impressive headwear. The strap for the hat is placed under the bottom lip instead of under the chin.
Sign up to our Record Showbiz newsletter If, like us, you love a good dose of celebrity gossip then we've got you covered. Another theory for why the guards put their straps under their lip is for one regiment to distinguish themselves from others serving the Foot Guards.
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