1st Royal Dragoons Collection

The period is towards the close of day... Battle of Waterloo, 18 June 1815
1268378 The period is towards the close of day... Battle of Waterloo, 18 June 1815, engraved by H. R. Cook, published by T. Clay and R. Lambe, June 1819 (engraving) by Sauerweld, A

Officers of the 1st Royal Dragoons attending the review by the German Emperor of Queen Victorias own Dragoon Guards
1064570 Officers of the 1st Royal Dragoons attending the review by the German Emperor of Queen Victorias own Dragoon Guards (engraving) by English School

The German Emperor reviewing his British Regiment, the 1st Royal Dragoons, at Shorncliffe, 8 November
1601439 The German Emperor reviewing his British Regiment, the 1st Royal Dragoons, at Shorncliffe, 8 November, the March Past (litho) by Begg

The Visit of the German Emperor, the Kaiser and his British Dragoons (litho)
1601245 The Visit of the German Emperor, the Kaiser and his British Dragoons (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Visit of the German Emperor)

The German Emperor in his Uniform as Honorary Colonel of the 1st (Royal) Dragoons (engraving)
1047994 The German Emperor in his Uniform as Honorary Colonel of the 1st (Royal) Dragoons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

1st (Royal) Dragoons (colour litho)
2796693 1st (Royal) Dragoons (colour litho) by Giles, Godfrey Douglas (1857-1941); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1st (Royal) Dragoons

The Military Manoeuvres in Sussex, the 3rd Hussars capturing a Battery of Horse Artillery on Burton Down (litho)
1598308 The Military Manoeuvres in Sussex, the 3rd Hussars capturing a Battery of Horse Artillery on Burton Down (litho) by Woodville

New Military Costumes, Cavalry (engraving)
2772770 New Military Costumes, Cavalry (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Military Costumes, Cavalry)

Cavalry and Artillery Reinforcements for the War (engraving)
1601880 Cavalry and Artillery Reinforcements for the War (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cavalry and Artillery Reinforcements for the War)

Troops for the War, Cavalry Officers (engraving)
1618890 Troops for the War, Cavalry Officers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Troops for the War, Cavalry Officers)

Troops of the Second Boer War (b / w photo)
1592826 Troops of the Second Boer War (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Troops of the Second Boer War)

The officers of the 1st Royal Dragoons, Island Bridge Barracks, Dublin, Ireland, 1896. Artist: J Robinson & Son
The officers of the 1st Royal Dragoons, Island Bridge Barracks, Dublin, Ireland, 1896. A print from The Navy and Army Illustrated, 3rd January 1896

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"The 1st Royal Dragoons: A Legacy of Honor and Valor" As the sun began to set on the fateful day of the Battle of Waterloo, 18 June 1815, the brave soldiers of the 1st Royal Dragoons stood resolute. With unwavering determination, they faced their adversaries with courage and conviction. Their noble efforts would forever be etched in history. Years later, officers of the 1st Royal Dragoons found themselves attending a review by none other than the German Emperor himself. Proudly representing Queen Victoria's own Dragoon Guards, these men showcased their impeccable discipline and skill during the March Past at Shorncliffe on that memorable day of 8 November. The visit from the esteemed German Emperor left an indelible mark on both him and his British regiment. Honored to have been reviewed by such a distinguished figure, it was evident that their dedication had not gone unnoticed. The Kaiser even went so far as to don their uniform as Honorary Colonel – a testament to his admiration for this illustrious cavalry unit. With vibrant colors captured in lithographs and engravings, one can almost feel the energy emanating from these depictions of our gallant dragoons. From military maneuvers in Sussex where they seized control over horse artillery batteries to showcasing new military costumes for cavalry units, every image tells a story of strength and resilience. In times when conflict loomed large over nations, troops were summoned for war – including our valiant cavalry officers who answered duty's call without hesitation. Whether reinforcing artillery or preparing for battle during events like the Second Boer War, these brave souls exemplified bravery amidst adversity. Even off-duty moments hold significance within this storied regiment's history. Captured in black-and-white photographs is a glimpse into Island Bridge Barracks in Dublin circa 1896 – where camaraderie among officers flourished alongside professionalism.