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Gallery Hours:
11 AM – 4 PM
The Gallery Café:
11 AM – 3 PM

76 Fairford St.W.
Moose Jaw, SK S6H 1V1

T 306.693.7600
TF 866.693.7600

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$80.00

RCMP SUNSET CEREMONY

Presenting the Colors

Since 1983, the RCMP Training Academy in Regina, Saskatchewan has performed this ceremony referred to as a “Military tattoo” – an old British military tradition dating back to the 19th century.  The term “tattoo”, derived from an old Dutch word that means “turn off the taps”, comes to us from the 17th century when a soldier’s life was strictly controlled by his regiment.  The daily routine of a military post was signaled by the beat of a drum.  At sunset, a lone drummer was sent into the streets of the town to beat out a tattoo.  This was the signal for the tavern owners to close down for the night, and for military personnel to return to the post.  Once they had returned, the flag was lowered in a ceremony marking the end of another day.

This 45 minute event includes the firing of a cannon, a Troop drill display, the lowering of the flag with the playing of military music, and the March Past.  For the occasion, troop members are dressed in their traditional scarlet tunics and period customs, lending character to the ceremony.  Horses and riders are also present, as is Safety bear, to entertain the spectators.            Summer 2002

 

Available as:

995 S/N Limited Edition Print $80.00

Image Size:  H 10″ x W 18″

Framed beginning at $200.00 each

Please email us your inquiry or call the Gallery 1(306)693-7600 for more information.

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The selection and price of each piece can vary as they are ever-changing.

Please call (306) 693-7600 or text (306) 527-7257 for a virtual catalogue of current options and availability.

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