Second Hand The History of Lumsden's Horse
A Complete Record of the Corps from its Formation to Disbandment
Editor : Henry H.S Pearse
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Condition
Good condition for age. Original red cloth with gilt titles and decoration. Covers show rubbing, fading and wear, particularly to the spine which has fraying and loss at the head and foot. Corners bumped and worn. Front inner hinge cracked and partially exposed, though the binding remains holding. Text block generally clean with light age toning and occasional spotting. A sound reading and reference copy of this scarce Boer War regimental history.
Details
General - Pages : 505 | Images : photographic plates, portraits and illustrations | Publisher : Longmans, Green and Co. | Place of Publication : London, UK | Language : English
Hardback - Year of Publication : 1903 | Edition : First edition | Size : 259mm x 202mm
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A detailed contemporary history of Lumsden's Horse, one of the most famous volunteer units raised in India for service during the Second Boer War. Formed under the leadership of Colonel D. M. Lumsden, the corps was composed largely of British expatriates and civilians from across India who volunteered for active service in South Africa during the conflict of 1899–1902.
The book traces the regiment's formation, training, voyage from India, campaigning in South Africa, participation in the advance to Bloemfontein and Pretoria, scouting operations, actions against Boer commandos and eventual return home. Richly illustrated with portraits, photographs and battlefield scenes, it serves as both a regimental history and an important primary source for the war.
A significant and increasingly scarce Boer War regimental history, highly regarded by collectors of South African campaign material and military history.
