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FRENCH CAVALRYMAN HIT
GARDES DHONNEUR 3rd regiment (It is surely very unusual for a costume illustration to show the soldier in the process of being hit !) Date: 1854
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1854 Cavalryman Gardes Honneur Process Regiment Surely Unusual
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This striking and unusual image captures a moment of unexpected action during a drill session of the 3rd Regiment of the French Gardes d'Honneur Cavalry in 1854. The French Gardes d'Honneur, also known as the "King's Bodyguard," were an elite unit of the French military, renowned for their distinctive uniforms and impeccable horsemanship. In this photograph, a cavalryman is shown mid-fall after being struck by a drill instructor's riding crop. The soldier, dressed in the ornate and heavy uniform of the 3rd Regiment, wears a helmet adorned with a plume, a white doublet, red breeches, and black boots. His horse, equally well-groomed, stands still, its ears pricked in attention. The image provides a rare glimpse into the rigorous training regimen of these elite soldiers during the 19th century. It is a reminder of the discipline and precision required to serve in such a prestigious unit, where even the slightest mistake could lead to correction, no matter how unexpected or unconventional the method. The photograph, taken in 1854, is a testament to the dedication and commitment of the soldiers in the French military, who were expected to maintain the highest standards of skill and appearance. This image, though unconventional in its subject matter, offers a unique and intriguing look into the daily life of the French Gardes d'Honneur Cavalry during this period.
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