Hi Kubur: 
 
Rather odd way to carry their sword, as you say. These guys and their horses are definitely dressed up for something special, and one of the pics shows a bunch of mounted soldiers in the background plus a lot of flags. I suspect they are in their parade finery, which may have something to do with how the swords are being carried. 
 
 
Ian.
		 
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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