A Personal History Of The Horse Guards: From 1750 To 1872 (1873)

By Joachim Hayward Stocqueler

Book Overview

A Personal History Of The Horse Guards: From 1750 To 1872 is a historical book written by Joachim Hayward Stocqueler and published in 1873. The book provides a detailed account of the Horse Guards, a British Army regiment responsible for guarding the monarch and the Royal Family. The author covers the regiment's history from 1750 to 1872, including their involvement in major battles such as Waterloo and their role in ceremonial events like the Changing of the Guard. Stocqueler also includes personal anecdotes and insights into the daily life of the Horse Guards, making the book an engaging and informative read for history buffs and military enthusiasts alike. The book is written in English and is considered a valuable resource for those interested in British military history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164542443
• ISBN13: 9781164542445
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"