Miniature Lambeg Drum | King William III | Crossing the Boyne | Ulster-Scots

April 22, 2014 - PRLog -- William and his wife Mary were crowned joint monarchs of England, Scotland and Ireland in 1689. Their accession, known as the ‘Glorious Revolution’, marked an important transition towards parliamentary rule as we know it today. William’s ousting of his predecessor, the Catholic James II, ensured the primacy of the Protestant faith in Britain. His decisive victory over James at the Battle of the Boyne is celebrated annually in Northern Ireland on 12 July. In Europe, William was successful in his lifelong struggle to contain the military ambitions of Louis XIV, the Catholic king of France. In part to help finance his wars with Louis, William founded the Bank of England.

A Lambeg drum is a large Irish drum, beaten with curved malacca canes. It is used primarily in Northern Ireland by Unionists and the Orange Order traditionally in street parades held in the summer, particularly on and around 12 July ("The Twelfth"). The weight of the drum means that it had been replaced with smaller replicas for most parades, but the full-sized instrument has started to reappear in recent years - usually on floats.

A Miniature Lambeg Drum with King William III Crossing the Boyne

Size : Dia115 x W105mms ( 4.50inches x  4.20inches ).

Also available with a selection of different banners or images.

The perfect Ulster Scot Souvenir Gift, the exact size for display in a cabinet or on the fireplace.

Personalised Drums made for Lodges, Clubs, Individuals, Birthdays, etc.

Presented in a Drum Box with description leaflet and packaged securely for shipping .

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