The History of Lumsden's Horse by Henry H. S. Pearse
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"The History of Lumsden's Horse" by Henry H. S. Pearse is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This text chronicles the formation and activities of Lumsden's Horse, a corps of Indian volunteers organized to fight in the South African campaign during a time of significant imperial conflict. The narrative emphasizes the patriotic spirit that led soldiers from various backgrounds to come together for a common cause, reflecting broader themes
of loyalty and sacrifice within the context of the British Empire. The opening of the book sets the stage for the regiment's illustrious history by detailing the motivations and initiatives behind its formation. Colonel Dugald Lumsden is introduced as the driving force behind the effort to raise the corps, focusing on how he galvanized British residents and the local communities in India to support the cause even as the South African War faced challenges. Pearse elaborates on the logistical and bureaucratic hurdles overcome to equip the corps, the enthusiastic responses from volunteers, and the communal spirit echoing through their preparations for active service, all highlighting the significant contributions and camaraderie that characterized Lumsden's Horse. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Editor | Pearse, Henry H. S., 1844-1905 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 98106020 |
| Title |
The History of Lumsden's Horse A Complete Record of the Corps from Its Formation to Its Disbandment |
| Credits |
Produced by KD Weeks, Brian Coe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | South African War, 1899-1902 -- Regimental histories -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Great Britain. Army. Lumsden's Horse |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 52303 |
| Release Date | Jun 11, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 993 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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