The Royal Company of Archers - 1676-1951

The Royal Company of Archers 1676-1951 by Ian Hay was published in 1951 by William Blackwood and Sons Ltd, Edinburgh. The book is a history of the Royal Company of Archers, the sovereign’s bodyguard in Scotland, from its origins in the 17th century to the mid-20th century. The book covers the various activities and achievements of the company, such as its participation in the Jacobite rebellions, the Napoleonic wars, the South African war, and the two world wars. The book also describes the ceremonial and social aspects of the company, such as its uniforms, insignia, medals, archery competitions, and royal duties.

A very well presented copy with very good binding - gilt titles and embellishments. All inside pages bright and clean throughout. There is previous owner name and date (1958) in ink on the inside end paper.

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