Publisher's Synopsis
The Nearest Guard: A History Of Her Majesty�������s Body Guard Of The Honorable Corps Of Gentlemen-At-Arms (1892) is a detailed account of the history and evolution of the British monarch's personal bodyguard, the Honorable Corps of Gentlemen-at-Arms. Written by Henry Brackenbury, a former member of the Corps, the book covers the origins of the Corps in the 15th century, its role in protecting the monarch and the royal family, and its traditions, customs, and uniforms. The book also includes anecdotes and stories about the Corps' members and their experiences serving the monarch. The Nearest Guard provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and workings of one of Britain's oldest and most prestigious military units.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.
