Here in the UK we are accustomed to seeing our Majesty the Queen, at the Trooping of the Colour mounted on a horse from the 1950’s to 1986, as head of all our armed forces. Also, our Princess Anne (The Princess Royal) is also seen in the uniform of the Blues and Royals as their Commander in Chief (C in C) at the Trooping of the Colour ceremony. She is also a Commander in Chief of very many other regiments.
What many people are now not aware of is that during the 19th century the Princess’s from all the royal houses of Europe and Russia were traditionally honorary ceremonial Commanders in Chief of numerous regiments.
This story is from the February - March 2020 edition of Toy Soldier Collector International.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the February - March 2020 edition of Toy Soldier Collector International.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
John Jenkins Designs
An iconic World War II fighter aircraft and a heavyweight from the annals of military history are among the latest new releases from John Jenkins Designs (JJD).
Surprising Canadians
Guy Elliott looks at the largely unknown military history of his native land.
W. Britain
A leading manufacturer since 1893, Britains needs little introduction to even the most casual of toy soldier collectors. Under the leadership of Ken Osen, the company is still going strong, expanding its existing product lines and seeking opportunities to introduce even more exciting new ranges.
Thomas Gunn Miniatures
Reviews of new metal figures to arrive in the hobby by George Philips
The Last Sake
Eduardo Fernandez paints a large-scale bust.
The World of Model Soldiers, Part 1
Colin Luxford takes a tour of the world in miniature, starting with Europe and Asia.
King & Country
Reviews of new metal figures to arrive in the hobby by George Philips.
GNM Miniatures
Hougoumont North Gate diorama
Dressing the Kiddies
Keith Nairn-Munro presents the second part of his study of the uniforms and history of the Scots Guards up to the Great War.
A Family Enterprise
George Phillips speaks to Abram Simon about the past, present and future of New Zealand-based Fleurbaix Toy Soldiers.
