Bearskin May 2026

" Bearskin " ( Der Bärenhäuter ) is a classic German folk story recorded by the (KHM 101).

: In 1815, British Foot Guards defeated Napoleon’s Imperial Guard at the Battle of Waterloo. As a mark of their victory, the British regiments adopted the bearskin caps worn by the defeated French units. bearskin

The most iconic use of "bearskin" refers to the tall, fur caps worn by ceremonial units, most notably the . " Bearskin " ( Der Bärenhäuter ) is