Horse Grenadier Guards
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The Horse Grenadier Guards, usually referred to as Horse Grenadiers, were a series of cavalry troops in the British Household Cavalry between 1687 and 1788, who used grenades and other explosives in battle. Originally attached to the Horse Guards, they became independent for a century before being disbanded. However, the men of the troops formed the basis of the new troops of Life Guards.
Trooper of the 2nd Horse Grenadier Guards, c. 1750.
Broadsword of the 2nd Horse Grenadier Guard, circa 1750. On display at the Musée de l'Armée, Paris.
Life Guards (United Kingdom)
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The Life Guards (LG) is the most senior regiment of the British Army and part of the Household Cavalry, along with The Blues and Royals.
Cap badge of the regiment
Artist's impression of the 1st Troop of Horse Guards at the Battle of Dettingen in 1743.
Life Guards in action at Genappe during the Waterloo campaign, 1815.
1st Life Guards prepare for war, August 1914.