The Yeomen Of The Guard, Their History From 1485 To 1885: And A Concise Account Of The Tower Warders (1885)

The Yeomen of the Guard, Their History from 1485 to 1885: And A Concise Account of the Tower Warders is a historical book written by Thomas Preston. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Yeomen of the Guard, a group of bodyguards that has been in existence since the reign of King Henry VII in 1485. The author traces the origins of the Yeomen of the Guard and their evolution over the centuries, highlighting their role in protecting the monarch and the royal family.The book also includes a concise account of the Tower Warders, who were responsible for guarding the Tower of London, a historic castle and fortress that has played a prominent role in British history. The author provides a detailed description of the Tower Warders' duties, their uniforms, and their role in maintaining order and security within the Tower.Overall, The Yeomen of the Guard, Their History from 1485 to 1885: And A Concise Account of the Tower Warders is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Yeomen of the Guard and the Tower of London. The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating insight into the lives and duties of these historic figures.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.