The Regimental Records of the British Army

The Regimental Records of the British Army

The Regimental Records of the British Army - A historical résumé chronologically arranged of titles, campaigns, honours,...
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The Regimental Records of the British Army

The Regimental Records of the British Army

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The Regimental Records of the British Army

$19.99 $9.99
Author: Farmer, John S.
Format: eBook
Language: English

The Regimental Records of the British Army - A historical résumé chronologically arranged of titles, campaigns, honours, uniforms, facings, badges, nicknames, etc.

Nicknames."The Cheeses:" when re-modelled in 1788 the veterans declined to serve, alleging that the regiments of Life Guards then consisted of cheesemongers, not gentlemen; also "The Piccadilly Butchers" (having been called out to quell the Piccadilly Riots in 1810); also "Tin Bellies" (from the cuirasses); also "The Patent Safeties." Notes.Raised in Holland by Charles II., when in exile, and composed mainly of (80) Cavaliers who had fought in the Civil War under Charles I. The 3rd and 4th (Scots) Troops of Life Guards, added at the Union, but disbanded in 1746, saw much service in Flanders (1742-47). The 1st Life Guards wore cuirasses from its formation to 1698, and resumed them in 1821. Notes.Similar in origin to "The First Life Guards," and composed of Cavaliers who, having served under Charles I., fled at his death, entering the Spanish service as "His Royal Highness The Duke of York's Troop of Guards." In 1659 (when peace was declared) they retired to the Netherlands until reorganised by Charles II. in 1660 as "The Third Troop of Life Guards." In 1670 it became "The Second Troop," and was disbanded in 1746. Cuirasses were worn from 1660 to 1698, and were resumed in 1821. ......Buy Now (To Read More)

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Ebook Number: 51165
Author: Farmer, John S.
Release Date: Feb 9, 2016
Format: eBook
Language: English

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Contributor (Author): Farmer, John Stephen, 1854-1916


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