Coach (carriage)
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Coaches are horse-drawn carriages which are large, enclosed, four-wheeled, pulled by two or more horses, and controlled by a coachman or postilion. If driven by a coachman, there is a raised seat in f
A park drag coach in a coaching competition (2009)
Coach driving (1912)
The Diamond Jubilee, a state coach built in 2014
A private coach
State coach
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A state coach, also known as a gala coach, is a highly decorative ceremonial coach used in Europe by a monarch or head of state on state occasions. A four-wheeled vehicle for four passengers, it may b
Coach (carriage)
…frequently another seat facing it. Coaches were built for specific purposes which included transporting mail or travelers, privately owned coaches, and elaborate coaches for state occasions. Coaches were constructed for specific purposes. Below is a list of general types of coaches and their purposes…
Northumberland State Coach (1826) for the Duke of Northumberland
A state chariot from Hanover
Typical grey coach horse, elaborate state harness and postilion rider wearing livery
18th century Berlin from France