The British Grenadiers 350 Years of the 1st Regt 0f Foot Guards by Henry Hanning

The British Grenadiers: 350 Years of the First Regiment of Foot Guards, 1656-2006 by Henry Hanning - Published in 2006 by Pen & Sword

Excellent Book Unread in an Excellent Dust Jacket
 Superb illustrations and ‘boxes’ make this a visual and literary treat.

The Grenadier Guards celebrate their 350th anniversary in 2006. Raised in Bruges by Charles II in exile, it was after his restoration in 1660 that their position as the First Regiment of Foot Guards, with a special attachment to the person of the Sovereign, was firmly established. Since that time they have distinguished themselves consistemtly. Notably two batalions played a decicive role at Waterloo as a result of which the First Guards were granted the unique accolade of being made an entire regiment of Grenadiers - the picked men of infantry. Further triumphs followed in the Crimea, where their steadfastness and discipline were conspicuous. These attributes were again in evidence throughout the prolonged carnage of The Great War. The Second World war brought fresh challenges, to which the Grenadiers responded with distinction, from the retreat to Dunkirk, through North Africa and Italy, to North western Europe. From 1945 up to the present day, Grenadiers have been engaged in numerous conflicts both close to home and far afield.

The Regiment has consistemtly proved that an unshrinking belief in strong traditional values is no bar to embracing change. Indeed this progressive ability is well demonstrated by the style of this new regimental history. A highly informative text is enhanced with copious colour illustrations, maps and diagrams. Personality profiles of sixty members of the Regiment, famous, representative or peculiar, together with explanations of customs and oddities, contribute to making The British Grenadiers a unique and entertaining record.

A must for the military historian and/or miniature collector/painter.

1 Volume - 304 pages - weighs 3 pounds

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