Talk 27th February - The Queen's Bodyguard of the Yeoman of the Guard

Published 00:57 on 5 Feb 2020

The Queen's Bodyguard of the Yeoman of the Guard is a ceremonial Guard that attends HM Queen on state occasions. Alan Saunders was a former member of the Queen's Bodyguard of the Yeoman of the Guard and served in the Bodyguard from 2002 until March 2018.

Alan Saunders fascinating talk comprises

* Background of the Bodyguard and the Yeoman Warders

* Formation of the Bodyguard following the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485

* Membership of the Bodyguard

* Duties of the Yeoman of the Guard

* Video footage of a Royal Garden Party and the Royal Mundy Service