The Horse Guards: By The Two Mounted Sentries (1850)

By Richard Hort

Book Overview

The Horse Guards: By The Two Mounted Sentries is a book written by Richard Hort and published in 1850. The book is a detailed account of the daily life and duties of the Horse Guards, a prestigious regiment of the British Army responsible for guarding the monarch and the royal palaces in London. The author, who was a former member of the regiment, provides a firsthand perspective of the training, equipment, and tactics used by the Horse Guards. The book also includes descriptions of the uniforms, weapons, and horses used by the regiment, as well as anecdotes about the daily routines and experiences of the soldiers. Overall, The Horse Guards is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the workings of one of the most important military units in Victorian England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of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: 1167042816
• ISBN13: 9781167042812
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"