Ceremonial they may appear, but these are active British Army soldiers drawn from the five regiments of the Foot Guards ... Bearskin hats are made from the skin of black bears, hundreds of ...

knows as the Queen's Foot Guards, come from several regiments in the British Army. They are most commonly recognised by their red uniforms, towering black bearskin hats and their commanding ...

Insider's reporters attended a Trooping the Colour event for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee. During the event in May, guards had different plumes on their hats and varying button patterns.

Although the bearskin cap is synonymous with British foot guard regiments, it has in fact been worn by several armies around the world. Bearskin hats have been worn in Europe as early as the ...