Lee Fox (ex-Para) is the latest to join the ranks of the Yeoman Warders – embracing traditions dating back some five centuries.
Originally created in 1485 as a personal bodyguard to King Henry VII, the cohort now plays a vital ceremonial role while keeping the history of the capital’s iconic landmark alive for tens of thousands of visitors each year.
Yeoman Warder applicants must all have served in the armed forces for a minimum 22 years, be a warrant officer or equivalent rank and hold the Long Service and Good Conduct Medal. They also have to be aged at least
40 to be considered.
Fox, who recently left 2nd Battalion, The Parachute Regiment, told Soldier he was over the moon to join his 34 colleagues in the role.
“It’s an honour and privilege to be selected for this amazing position,” he said.
