He served as a drummer in the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers, performing at ceremonial occasions.

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Diamonds acquired by previous monarchs continue to play an important role on State and ceremonial occasions.

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Traditional uniforms and helmets have always been retained by officers, but they were used more for civic and ceremonial occasions.

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The honour, agreed unanimously by the county's councillors, allows the regiment to march with "colours flying, drums beating and bayonets fixed" on ceremonial occasions.

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Today, Papal Swiss Guards still carry halberds on ceremonial occasions.

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West Yorkshire Police has 18 horses in its mounted section, which it uses to police football matches up and down the country and for ceremonial occasions, according to the force's website.

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It is a prestigious role, chosen by the council to be their non-political representative on ceremonial and other occasions and to run council meetings.

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