People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals walked into the bear's den in an attempt to rid an elite guard corps of its iconic ceremonial fur caps. But the King's Guard, those stoic bearskin cap ...

The King's Guard have worn the bearskin hats for more than 200 years, though the headgear is now used only ceremonially, during parades and military events at Buckingham Palace and other royal venues.

In 2020, the MOD told PETA that they had spent £145,000 on 110 bearskin caps. Previous purchases of bearskin hats include: 2019: 92 caps, £127,440 ...

Those who wear bearskin hats say they are relatively comfortable, as they don't weigh down your head and tend to keep you cool. The standard cap the British foot guards wear weighs just 1.5 pounds ...

The bearskin caps worn by the King’s guard date back to the early 19 th century. They were designed to make the soldiers appear taller and more intimidating. Now, in 2023, these hats are an ...