Osprey's examination of the British Guards during World War I (1914-1918) and World War II (1939-1945). The best example, and perhaps the only body of elite troops who have maintained their role as guardians of a royal household for over three centuries while building a reputation in war that is the envy of all, is Britain's household troops, the Guards. Over the years they have maintained the highest standards in peace and war, and have served as an example to the rest of the British Army, a benchmark in all matters ...
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Osprey's examination of the British Guards during World War I (1914-1918) and World War II (1939-1945). The best example, and perhaps the only body of elite troops who have maintained their role as guardians of a royal household for over three centuries while building a reputation in war that is the envy of all, is Britain's household troops, the Guards. Over the years they have maintained the highest standards in peace and war, and have served as an example to the rest of the British Army, a benchmark in all matters military from drill and 'turnout' to leadership in battle. Veteran Osprey author Mike Chappell describes the history and uniform of the Guards Divisions from 1914-45.
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As New with no dust jacket. 1855325462. Excellent uniform and figure painting reference work. Clean bright copy as new! Excellent uniform and figure painting reference work. Clean bright copy as new! ; (ELITE, NO 61); B/W & Color Plates.
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Near Fine with No dust jacket as issued. 1855325462. A tight clean copy that shows some minor edge & corner wear w/ light rubbing to card covers only. Very Nice overall! May be some scattered foxing and yellowing to the card covers which is common for this series.
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Mike Chappell. Fine. 1855325462 64pp Detailed information on the uniforms and insignia of the Guards Dvision Extended text and captions, almost 50 photographs and diagrams and 12 full-color plates.