Royal Scots Greys (Men-at-Arms) [Paperback]

Charles Grant (Author), Michael Youens (Illustrator)

Book Description

Series: Men-at-Arms | Publication Date: June 15, 1972

For almost three centuries the Royal Scots Greys have had the proud distinction of being Scoland’s only regular cavalry regiment, famed for their distinguished service record from Marlborough’s wars to World War II. Indeed, the Greys at Waterloo form one of the most memorable features of military history. With their cry of ‘Scotland forever!’ they charged upon the French ranks seizing the imperial eagle of the French 45th Regimental. This book also looks at how this traditional cavalry unit struggled to come to terms with the realities of modern warfare during the Anglo-Boer war and World War I. Equipment and organisation used in all these combats is detailed in full and uniforms are shown in full colour artwork.

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From the Publisher

Packed with specially commissioned artwork, maps and diagrams, the Men-at-Arms series is an unrivalled illustrated reference on the history, organisation, uniforms and equipment of the world's military forces, past and present.

About the Author

Charles Grant has had a lifelong interest in militaria and is a passionate war-gamer. He has written for many military publications including ‘the Journal of the Society for Army Historical Research’ and has had two books published on modern and eighteenth-century war-gaming. Scottish-born, and a retired officer of the Special Branch, Scotland Yard, he is married with two children and now lives in Kent.

Product Details

• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Osprey Publishing (June 15, 1972)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0850450594
• ISBN-13: 978-0850450590
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.9 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,848,880 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Scotlands only Regular Regiment of Horse, July 1, 2005

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D. D Lawson (Pasadena, Calif. USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Royal Scots Greys (Men-at-Arms) (Paperback)

A good detailed history of one tough Cavalry Regiment. It covers almost 300 years and is told very well. Its a pity thats its uniform illustrations are not up to grade. Someone should have Mr. McBride take a look at this as a good project for him when they re issue this book.