Drill Hall, Dorset Road, Merton
| Date Photo Taken | 21st May 1948 |
|---|---|
| Area | Merton Park |
| Copyright 1 | Croydon Times Ref: B |
| Picture Reference | MerMor_Events_A_D_18-1 |
| Original Format | Photo |
| Notes / History | The commanding officer of the local cadet force shows the Company's collection of military drums to the Mayor of Merton, following the re-naming of the Drill Hall in Dorset Road. Drums were an important battle aid, helping troops to locate their regiment, and boosting morale. Now chiefly used for ceremonial purposes, the instruments are decorated with the colours and campaign medals from the conflicts in which a regiment has served. For example, the drum, far left, refers to a number of First World War battles - Loos, Ypres, Cambrai etc. |
