The Governor-General's Body Guard (1902)

By Ernest J Chambers and Ernest J. Chambers

Book Overview

The Governor-General's Body Guard is a historical book written by Ernest J. Chambers in 1902. The book explores the history and evolution of the Governor-General's Body Guard, a prestigious cavalry unit that served as the personal bodyguard of the Governor-General of India during the British Raj. The book provides a detailed account of the formation of the unit, its organization, and its role in various military campaigns and operations. It also sheds light on the social and cultural aspects of the unit, including the recruitment process, the training of the soldiers, and their daily lives. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the British Raj and the role of the military in colonial India. It is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers.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: 1167044037
• ISBN13: 9781167044038
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 170 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 11.0"