Habit of a Colonel of the Master of the Watch in 1742

by Thomas Jefferys

A rare historical print made in 1742 known as "Habit of a Colonel of the Master of the Watch" by the well-known cartographer and publisher Thomas Jefferys. It is an exquisite engraving that depicts the attire and military uniform worn by the Colonel of the Watch, indicating the social importance of the role along with the rules and traditions of this profession in the middle of the 18th century in England. It is an accurate and very detailed image illustrating the uniforms, equipment, and overall look of the Master of the Watch from that time period.

In this image, the Colonel is depicted as both a warrior and an official representative who has been appointed to the post of "the Master of the Watch."