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Irish Guards & Mascot
The band and mascot - an Irish Wolfhound - of the Irish Guards wearing the shamrock on St Patricks Day. Date: 1920s
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Band Custom Guards Mascot Mascots Patrick Shamrock Tradition Wolfhound
EDITORS COMMENTS
Celebrating the Irish Tradition: A St. Patrick's Day Scene of the Irish Guards and Their Mascot in the 1920s This evocative photograph captures the spirit of St. Patrick's Day as celebrated by the Irish Guards during the 1920s. The Irish Guards, an infantry regiment of the British Army, have a long-standing connection to Ireland and its rich cultural heritage. The regiment's mascot, an Irish Wolfhound, is a proud symbol of this connection. In this image, the band members of the Irish Guards don their traditional uniforms adorned with shamrocks, the national symbol of Ireland. The shamrock is a customary emblem worn on St. Patrick's Day, representing the belief that Ireland was the land of the three-leafed shamrock, a symbol of the Holy Trinity. The band members proudly wear their shamrocks on their caps, lapels, and sleeves, adding a touch of green to their otherwise red and gold uniforms. The Irish Wolfhound mascot, a majestic and powerful creature, stands proudly among the band members. The breed, native to Ireland, is the largest of all dog breeds and has been the mascot of the Irish Guards since 1901. In this photograph, the wolfhound wears a collar adorned with shamrocks, further emphasizing the Irish connection. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the unique traditions and customs that bind the Irish Guards to their heritage, even as they served in the British Army. The image captures the essence of St. Patrick's Day, a day of celebration and pride for the Irish people, both in Ireland and abroad.
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