This 1/30 scale figure represents a young drummer of Washington’s Life Guard, the elite corps that served under General George Washington during the American Revolution. Standing poised with drumsticks in hand, the Drummer Boy embodies the youth, courage, and rhythm that carried the Continental Army through years of struggle and triumph.
Drummers were vital to 18th-century armies, providing battlefield communication long before modern signals. Their rhythmic cadences conveyed orders above the roar of muskets and cannon, guiding troop movements and signaling advances or retreats. Many were boys barely in their teens who marched, fought, and endured alongside seasoned soldiers.
Wearing the blue and buff uniform of the Commander-in-Chief’s Guard, accented with a red waistcoat and tall bearskin cap topped with a blue plume, this figure captures the color and discipline of the Revolutionary era. Every detail, from the taut drum cords to the youthful determination in his expression, reflects the artistry and craftsmanship collectors expect from fine historical miniatures.
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Materials
Metal
Dimensions
54mm
Care information
These are not play toys. They are collectables. Recommended for 14 yrs old and older.
