(UPPER LEFT) Followed by a bearer carrying the Royal Standard, one of the Great Ladies of His Majesty's Royal Court bears a Sceptre of State during the parade. (UPPER RIGHT) "Make Way For the King!" Heralds, falconers and knights precede His Royal Highness' coach (at far right) during the daily Grand Marche parade of Shirefolk.
One of the knights in the King's entourage. The barding on his mount is noteworthy: neck armor to deflect sword blows, chest armor to ward against spear thrusts--this knight is truly ready for battle! (Photo by John Dunn).
More bellydancers and their drummers accompanied the King's couch, adding an exotic flavor to an already colorful parade (Photo by Sean Eddings).
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