Author: Sir George Arthur
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 436
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The Story of the Household Cavalry
Author: Sir George Arthur
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 436
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Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Great Britain
Languages : en
Pages : 436
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The Household Cavalry at War
Author: Great Britain. - Army. - Cavalry. - Household Brigade
Publisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Publisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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The First Household Cavalry Regiment 1943-44
Author: Garry O'Connor
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0752492985
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 233
Book Description
The mettle of the famous First Household Cavalry Regiment was tested to the maximum in action in the mountains of Italy in 1943–44. This book explores a largely undervalued and forgotten part of a costly and complex struggle. We directly experience what it was like to be there through the words of those who were. In late 1943 1st HCR was sent to Syria to patrol the Turko-Syrian border, it being feared that Turkey would join the Axis powers. In April 1944, 1st HCR was shipped to Italy. The Italian campaign was at that time well underway. During the summer of 1944, 1st HCR were in action near Arezzo and in the advance to Florence in a reconnaissance role, probing enemy positions, patrolling constantly. The Regiment finally took part in dismounted actions in the Gothic Line – the German defensive system in Northern Italy. Based upon interviews with the few survivors still with us and several unpublished diaries, there are many revelations that will entertain – and some that will shock. The 1st Household Cavalry 1943–44 is published on the 70th anniversary of the actions described, as a tribute to the fighting force made up from the two most senior regiments of the British Army and, in the words of His Grace the Duke of Wellington who has kindly provided the foreword, 'to gain insight into why such a war should never be fought again'.
Publisher: The History Press
ISBN: 0752492985
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 233
Book Description
The mettle of the famous First Household Cavalry Regiment was tested to the maximum in action in the mountains of Italy in 1943–44. This book explores a largely undervalued and forgotten part of a costly and complex struggle. We directly experience what it was like to be there through the words of those who were. In late 1943 1st HCR was sent to Syria to patrol the Turko-Syrian border, it being feared that Turkey would join the Axis powers. In April 1944, 1st HCR was shipped to Italy. The Italian campaign was at that time well underway. During the summer of 1944, 1st HCR were in action near Arezzo and in the advance to Florence in a reconnaissance role, probing enemy positions, patrolling constantly. The Regiment finally took part in dismounted actions in the Gothic Line – the German defensive system in Northern Italy. Based upon interviews with the few survivors still with us and several unpublished diaries, there are many revelations that will entertain – and some that will shock. The 1st Household Cavalry 1943–44 is published on the 70th anniversary of the actions described, as a tribute to the fighting force made up from the two most senior regiments of the British Army and, in the words of His Grace the Duke of Wellington who has kindly provided the foreword, 'to gain insight into why such a war should never be fought again'.
The Household Cavalry at War
Author: Humphrey Wyndham (Hon.)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : World War, 1939-1945
Languages : en
Pages : 294
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : World War, 1939-1945
Languages : en
Pages : 294
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First Household Cavalry Regiment
Author: H. Wyndham
Publisher:
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
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Through Fifteen Reigns
Author: J. N. P. Watson
Publisher: Spellmount, Limited Publishers
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
Written by a former Household Cavalry officer and established historian, this is an account of the three regiments that make up the Household Cavalry; The Life Guards, Royal Horse Guards and Royal Dragoons.
Publisher: Spellmount, Limited Publishers
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 216
Book Description
Written by a former Household Cavalry officer and established historian, this is an account of the three regiments that make up the Household Cavalry; The Life Guards, Royal Horse Guards and Royal Dragoons.
Horse Guards
Author: Barney White-Spunner
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 646
Book Description
Along with period paintings, objects and maps, from the Household Cavalry's archives and museum, this book takes the reader on a 350-year historical narrative from Cromwell and the English Civil Wars, James II and the Battle of Sedgemoor, through Wellington and Waterloo, and Victoria and the Boer Wars right through to Churchill and the WWII.
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 646
Book Description
Along with period paintings, objects and maps, from the Household Cavalry's archives and museum, this book takes the reader on a 350-year historical narrative from Cromwell and the English Civil Wars, James II and the Battle of Sedgemoor, through Wellington and Waterloo, and Victoria and the Boer Wars right through to Churchill and the WWII.
The Household Cavalry Regiment
Author: Roy Manser
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780855242350
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 80
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Publisher:
ISBN: 9780855242350
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 80
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The Household Cavalry at War
Author: Roden Orde
Publisher: Pen & Sword Military
ISBN: 9781399073356
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Second Household Cavalry Regiment's war was a short and exciting one, from Normandy in July 1944 to Germany in May 1945. In the vanguard of the Guards armored Division, 2 HCR, an armored reconnaissance regiment, was continuously on the advance and rarely out of contact with the enemy. Sometimes progress was slow and grinding, while at other times it was with exhilarating speed. Written shortly after the War, this book draws on the recollections of those who were in the thick of the action; the young troop leaders, their corporals-of-horse, and troopers. Roden Orde has taken great care to weave an accurate, balanced and readable account, the story of an entire regiment, from the commanding officer to the youngest trooper. This inclusive style was ahead of its time, with a narrative that has a contemporary feel to it. The story cracks on and Sir Winston Churchill later described it as 'the best regimental history I have ever read'. The book is well illustrated with many contemporary photographs, hand-drawn maps, and wonderful paintings and drawings, some of which have not been seen for many years.
Publisher: Pen & Sword Military
ISBN: 9781399073356
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Second Household Cavalry Regiment's war was a short and exciting one, from Normandy in July 1944 to Germany in May 1945. In the vanguard of the Guards armored Division, 2 HCR, an armored reconnaissance regiment, was continuously on the advance and rarely out of contact with the enemy. Sometimes progress was slow and grinding, while at other times it was with exhilarating speed. Written shortly after the War, this book draws on the recollections of those who were in the thick of the action; the young troop leaders, their corporals-of-horse, and troopers. Roden Orde has taken great care to weave an accurate, balanced and readable account, the story of an entire regiment, from the commanding officer to the youngest trooper. This inclusive style was ahead of its time, with a narrative that has a contemporary feel to it. The story cracks on and Sir Winston Churchill later described it as 'the best regimental history I have ever read'. The book is well illustrated with many contemporary photographs, hand-drawn maps, and wonderful paintings and drawings, some of which have not been seen for many years.
1st Cavalry Division
Author: Herbert C. Banks
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
ISBN: 1563117851
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Contents included in the history are: The Early Years, World War II (1941-1945), Occupation of Japan (1945-1950), Korean War (1950-1951), Return to Japan (1951-1957), Demilitarized Zone (1957-1965), Fort Benning, Airmobile (1965), Vietnam War (1965-1972), Tri-Cap to Armor (1971-1990), Persian Gulf War (1990-1991), Force Restructuring (1991-1993), Desert Peacekeepers (1992-2000), Bosnia Peacekeepers (1998-1999), Today's Cavalry (1999-2000) and The Next Generation (2000-2020). Appendicies following the history include: Commanding Generals, Medal of Honor Recipients, Lineage, Datelines/Key Events, Decorations, Heraldic Items, Order of Battle, GarryOwen, Fiddler's Green, Museum, Major Weapon Systems, The Association, Bibliography, Contributors and an Index. Anyone who has been attached to the 1st Cavalry Division or is interested in military history should have this publication in their personal library.
Publisher: Turner Publishing Company
ISBN: 1563117851
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 320
Book Description
Contents included in the history are: The Early Years, World War II (1941-1945), Occupation of Japan (1945-1950), Korean War (1950-1951), Return to Japan (1951-1957), Demilitarized Zone (1957-1965), Fort Benning, Airmobile (1965), Vietnam War (1965-1972), Tri-Cap to Armor (1971-1990), Persian Gulf War (1990-1991), Force Restructuring (1991-1993), Desert Peacekeepers (1992-2000), Bosnia Peacekeepers (1998-1999), Today's Cavalry (1999-2000) and The Next Generation (2000-2020). Appendicies following the history include: Commanding Generals, Medal of Honor Recipients, Lineage, Datelines/Key Events, Decorations, Heraldic Items, Order of Battle, GarryOwen, Fiddler's Green, Museum, Major Weapon Systems, The Association, Bibliography, Contributors and an Index. Anyone who has been attached to the 1st Cavalry Division or is interested in military history should have this publication in their personal library.