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Book Cover for: Regia Insignia or an Account of the King's Honorable Band of Gentlemen Pensioners or Gentlemen at Arms, W. M. Thiselton

Regia Insignia or an Account of the King's Honorable Band of Gentlemen Pensioners or Gentlemen at Arms

W. M. Thiselton

Regia Insignia is a historical book written by W. M. Thiselton that provides an in-depth account of the King's Honorable Band of Gentlemen Pensioners, also known as the Gentlemen at Arms. The book explores the history of this prestigious group, which was established in the 15th century to provide protection to the monarch. The author delves into the origins of the Gentlemen at Arms, their duties, and their role in the royal court. He also provides detailed information about the members of the group, including their social status, their duties, and their privileges. The book is filled with fascinating anecdotes and historical details about the Gentlemen at Arms, including their involvement in major events such as the coronation of King James II and the funeral of Queen Victoria. Overall, Regia Insignia is a comprehensive and engaging account of a little-known aspect of British history, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the monarchy or the history of England.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.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
  • Publish Date: Jun 23rd, 2005
  • Pages: 292
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.00in - 6.00in - 0.66in - 0.95lb
  • EAN: 9781417967124
  • Categories: RoyaltyMilitary - GeneralWars & Conflicts - General