商品簡介
On June 18, 1815, the Royal Scots Greys charged Napoleon's infantry columns as they reached the British line, capturing the eagle of the French 45th Infantry. Napoleon is said to have commented of the regiment, 'Ah, ces terribles chevaux gris(those terrible grey horses)'. Today the captured eagle is the regimental badge of the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards, formed from an amalgamation of 3rd Dragoon Guards, 6th Dragoon Guards and the Scots Greys - Scotland's senior regiment and her only regular cavalry.
The Royal Scots Dragoons and their antecedents have been involved in every major British campaign since they were raised in the 17th century. Here Stephen Wood tells the fascinating story of glorious cavalry charges and terrifying tank battles, from the Western Front to the liberation of Basra. Stunning paintings bring the narrative to life while contemporary photography depicts both the horror and the compassion of modern warfare as witnessed by the officers and troopers of this unique regiment.
作者簡介
Stephen Wood was a museum curator for 29 years, being Keeper of the National War Museum of Scotland 1983-2000. Now working as Archivist of The Cavalry and Guards Club in London, freelance researcher and collections-broker, he remains closely and actively involved with the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards' Museum in Edinburgh Castle. He has published numerous articles and three books in the field of Scottish military history. The author lives in London, England.
