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While this is the most-cited etymology, including by the Corps themselves, [8] some etymologists have noted the term's similarity to hláf-æta, the Old English term for a menial servant, lit. "loaf-eater", the counterpart of hlaford "loaf-warden" and hlæfdige, which became " lord" and " lady" respectively. [9] Claims that the name derives from buffetier (an Old French term meaning "a waiter or servant" at a sideboard) are often mentioned, since one role of Beefeaters was to attend the king at meals. However, Skeat in An Etymological Dictionary of the English Language (published 1879–1882), concludes that there is "not the faintest tittle of evidence" for this conjecture. [10] Other reliable sources also indicate that buffetier is unlikely to have been the source of the word. [6] [11] [12] History [ edit ] The Tudor Yeomen [ edit ] The name Beefeater is of uncertain origin, with various proposed derivations. The term was common as early as the 17th century as a slang term for the English in general. [5] The earliest connection to the Royal Household came as a reference to the Yeomen of the Guard by Cosimo III de' Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany, who frequented the Court in 1669. In referring to the Yeomen of the Guard, he stated, "A very large ration of beef is given to them daily at the court, and they might be called Beef-eaters". [6] The Beefeater name was carried over to the Yeomen Warders, due to the two corps' outward similarities and the Yeoman Warders' more public presence. Beefeaters also commonly produced and consumed broths made of beef, which were described as rich and hearty. These broths were known, at the time, as bef or beffy. [7] a b Rudgard, Olivia (15 May 2017). "Exclusive: Could the legend come true? Tower of London raven allowed to fly free". The Daily Telegraph. London . Retrieved 29 November 2021.

Mad Hatters Fancy Dress was opened in 2000 and now has over 3000 Costumes and Accessories. Our staff and are knowledgeable and ALWAYS here to help. Your costume is as important to us as it is to you. We want you to look the BEST. Sherman, Jonathan (1 November 2011). "Take him to the tower! Gosport sailor is now a Beefeater". Portsmouth News. Main article: Ravens of the Tower of London Chris Skaife – the present Ravenmaster in front of the Traitors' Gate Yeoman Warder Ravenmaster (also known as the Ravenmaster for short) is an appointment, not a rank, of that Yeomen Warder responsible for the welfare of the Tower of London ravens. The official title has been in use since the 1960s. [28] Flight sergeant from Bristol to be a Tower of London beefeater". Bristol Post. 20 February 2018 . Retrieved 1 October 2018.

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The more heavily worn blue underdress will be replaced with new versions while the State dress will be repaired and upgraded in time for the coronation, The Telegraph understands. Real golden thread embroidery Officials wanted to ensure the uniforms of the Beefeaters were updated in time for the coronation and The Telegraph understands that all cyphers at the Tower of London, including at the sentry posts outside the Jewel House and the King’s House, have been updated, with the Yeoman Warder uniforms the last to change to that of King Charles III. In 2018, there were 37 Yeomen Warders and one Chief Warder. [16] At one time, they were primarily guards but more recently, their role is mainly ceremonial; they have become greeters and guides for visitors, as part of their 21 duties. [17] [18]

Aims to deliver the next working day including Saturdays, but please note that 1st Class is not a guaranteed next day service. The Yeomen Warders were formed in 1485 by the new King Henry VII, the first monarch of the Tudor dynasty. The Tudor rose, a heraldic badge of the dynasty, is part of the badge of the Yeomen Warders to this day. Founded after the Battle of Bosworth, it is the UK's oldest existing military corps and the oldest of the royal bodyguards. [13]The new cypher for King Charles III which has been installed on the Jewel House at the Tower of London Credit: PA France, Anthony (19 October 2020). "Beefeaters avoid chop as jobs are cut at Tower of London". Evening Standard. London . Retrieved 29 November 2021.

Skeat, Walter William (1882). An Etymological Dictionary of the English Language: Arranged on an Historical Basis. Oxford Clarendon Press. p.53 . Retrieved 23 December 2018. Theobald, John Owen (11 February 2016). These Dark Wings. Chicago: Head of Zeus. ISBN 978-1-7849-7436-7. a b c d "The Brilliant, Playful, Bloodthirsty Raven". The Atlantic. 14 September 2018 . Retrieved 1 October 2018. Hale, John Rigby (1983). "On a Tudor Parade Ground: The Captain's handbook of Henry Barrett 1562". In Hale, J.R. (ed.). Renaissance War Studies. History series. Vol.11. London: Hambledon Press. pp.252–4. ISBN 978-0-9076-2802-6. All 32 of the Yeoman Warders live at the Tower of London, have served at least 22 years in the military with distinguished records and their traditional role is to guard the Crown Jewels and protect the monarch. In modern times their role has become more ceremonial but they remain a military unit.

The Yeomen Warders normally wear an "undress" uniform of dark blue with red trimmings. For senior warders from serjeant up, the upper edges of the "undress" uniform's red collar and cuffs are trimmed with gold braid. When the sovereign visits the Tower, or the warders are on duty at a state occasion, they wear red and gold uniforms similar to those of the Yeomen of the Guard. These uniforms are referred to by the Yeoman Warders as the Tudor State Dress. Differences between the Yeoman Warders and the Yeoman of the Guard [ edit ] Yeoman Warders wearing their Tudor State Dress in the Coronation Procession of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, 6 May 2023. a b c "Why the Tower of London has a ravenmaster — a man charged with keeping at least six ravens at the castle at all times". National Post. Toronto. 30 September 2018 . Retrieved 1 October 2018.