The Fife & Drum groups in Colonial Williamsburg are an integral part of the colonial experience for tourist. In this photo, they are leading new "recruits" to the parade ground behind the courthouse for an inspirational speech by the Marquis de Lafayette.
Many times my family and I would stop and watch
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I'm gonna dig up a pic of me at the Apothecary and send it to you. You will get a kick out of it!
Very nice photo and piece of history.
ReplyDeleteIt sure attracts many tourists eyes.
They look very colourful and regal in their uniforms. Valerie
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome marching group! And we can really image the scene with the great colonial music which plays on your blog! Is it 1776 now?
ReplyDeleteBeautiful scene!
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The uniforms certainly are handsome and colourful! They look awesome marching in formation.
ReplyDeleteAre the uniforms made of wool? I bet they are hot to wear in summer.
Smart and handsome uniform they have there. :-) Wonder what songs do they play usually in Fife and Drum crops.
ReplyDeleteI am pleased to have discovered and to follow your blog as a result of your following my blog. I love Williamsburg and have been there several times.
ReplyDeleteI have a book that shows photos of Williamsburg before and after the restoration projects financed by the Rockefeller Foundation. It is remarkable what has been accomplished to preserve history and make it come alive.
They look great! It must be wonderful experiencing them firsthand.
ReplyDeleteI can hear the music. Great shot.
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