Pistols At Dawn
The Kings Guard Chamber
Around about 1700 King William III had his country retreat built at Hampton Court Palace and as every good king would have, he had a series of rooms leading into his apartment area where the guards, courtiers, servants and general "hangers on" would loiter when he was having a long weekend at the palace.
As was the practice in those days, the "guard chamber" just had to be decorated with the odd weapon or two just to show off to his friends.
The Yoeman of the Guard would stand here on duty, and his biggest problem was always which weapon to pick to shoot someone.
The walls, which are about 10m high, are fully decorated with weapons engraved with Williams cypher.
Have a close look, and try to count the guns and rifles. Look down to the other shots if you want more.
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Pistols At Dawn
The Kings Guard Chamber
Around about 1700 King William III had his country retreat built at Hampton Court Palace and as every good king would have, he had a series of rooms leading into his apartment area where the guards, courtiers, servants and general "hangers on" would loiter when he was having a long weekend at the palace.
As was the practice in those days, the "guard chamber" just had to be decorated with the odd weapon or two just to show off to his friends.
The Yoeman of the Guard would stand here on duty, and his biggest problem was always which weapon to pick to shoot someone.
The walls, which are about 10m high, are fully decorated with weapons engraved with Williams cypher.
Have a close look, and try to count the guns and rifles. Look down to the other shots if you want more.
Choose your WEAPON