It is 366 years on January 30 since Oliver Cromwell and his henchmen executed the second Stuart king, Charles I, at what is now the Banqueting House in Whitehall. It heralded eleven years of republic, or Commonwealth, before the Restoration of Charles’s son, Charles II, in 1660. Every year, the event is commemorated by Civil War re-enactment societies who lay a wreath at the foot of the king’s statue in Trafalgar Square followed by a march and memorial service. It’s an opportunity for enthusiasts to brush off their best 17th Century togs and strut their stuff down The Mall and across to Horseguards’ Parade.
Earlier today I took my Leica M-P and a review copy of Leica’s newest 50mm Apo Summicron along to Trafalgar Square to capture the face of Civil War remembrance. Perhaps as a reflection of 21st century equalities, there was a surprisingly large contingent of female warriors but also a significant platoon of camp followers.
Leica 50mm Apo-Summicron-M f/2 ASPH loaned by Leica Store Mayfair
Thanks Mike. The APO 50 does indeed look to be a special lens indeed. Lovely shots.
Regards
John
I think it’s a bit early to say, although I can say with certainty that this is one of the best Leica lenses I have tried. Whether, and to what degree, is stands above its main 50mm competitors, the Summicron and Summilux, I can’t be sure. Time will tell. It is certainly a brilliant lens, though.