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A
Yeoman Warder
in Tudor State Dress, photographed about 1890–1900, (coloured later). The Yeomen Warders, formed by
Henry VII
in 1485, are tasked with guarding the
Tower of London
and the
crown jewels
contained within. Today's Yeomen Warders must be retired
non-commissioned officers
from the armed forces of the
Commonwealth realms
who have at least 22 years of service.
Photochrom
: Detroit Publishing Company; restoration:
Adam Cuerden
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