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Royal Scots Greys Collection

"The Royal Scots Greys: A Storied Legacy of Courage and Honor" Step back in time to the late 19th century

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: Scottish regiments of the British Army, 1895 (colour litho)

Scottish regiments of the British Army, 1895 (colour litho)
5235836 Scottish regiments of the British Army, 1895 (colour litho) by Simkin, Richard (1840-1926) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scottish regiments of the British Army, 1895)

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: Portraits of Officers and Newspaper Correspondents killed in the Recent Battles in the Soudan

Portraits of Officers and Newspaper Correspondents killed in the Recent Battles in the Soudan (engraving)
1044820 Portraits of Officers and Newspaper Correspondents killed in the Recent Battles in the Soudan (engraving) by English School

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: 2nd Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys, Officer, Review Order (chromolitho)

2nd Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys, Officer, Review Order (chromolitho)
730284 2nd Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys, Officer, Review Order (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 2nd Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys, Officer, Review Order)

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: The Crimean War, 1854-56: The Rally of the Scots Greys... at Balaclava, (1901). Creator: Unknown

The Crimean War, 1854-56: The Rally of the Scots Greys... at Balaclava, (1901). Creator: Unknown
The Crimean War, 1854-56: The Rally of the Scots Greys after the Charge of the Heavy Brigade at Balaclava, (1901). During the Battle of Balaclava, fought on 25 October 1854

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: The Royal Scots Greys. The Charge of the Greys at Waterloo, 1815, (1939)

The Royal Scots Greys. The Charge of the Greys at Waterloo, 1815, (1939). Scottish regiment capturing the Eagle flag of the French 45th Ligne at the Battle of Waterloo, 18 June 1815

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: Second Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys (chromolitho)

Second Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys (chromolitho)
1046918 Second Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys (chromolitho) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: Second Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys, Troopers in Marching Order)

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: The Greys (colour litho)

The Greys (colour litho)
3621608 The Greys (colour litho) by Clark, Christopher (1875-1942) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Greys. Illustration for advertisement for Greys Cigarettes.); © Look and Learn

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: Second Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys (chromolitho)

Second Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys (chromolitho)
2803104 Second Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Second Dragoons, Royal Scots Greys)

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: The Transvaal Crisis, British Troops for South African Service (b / w photo)

The Transvaal Crisis, British Troops for South African Service (b / w photo)
1592620 The Transvaal Crisis, British Troops for South African Service (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal Crisis)

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: The Military Tournament in Glasgow in Aid of Charities, the Set Scene (engraving)

The Military Tournament in Glasgow in Aid of Charities, the Set Scene (engraving)
1051804 The Military Tournament in Glasgow in Aid of Charities, the Set Scene (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: The Royal Scots Greys (colour litho)

The Royal Scots Greys (colour litho)
980338 The Royal Scots Greys (colour litho) by Payne, Henry (Harry) (1868-1940) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Scots Greys. Sentry. Review order)

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: Waiting for the Order to Charge (engraving)

Waiting for the Order to Charge (engraving)
1056518 Waiting for the Order to Charge (engraving) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Waiting for the Order to Charge)

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: Non-commissioned officers arm badge, Royal Scots Greys (brass)

Non-commissioned officers arm badge, Royal Scots Greys (brass)
1268443 Non-commissioned officers arm badge, Royal Scots Greys (brass) by English School, (19th century); National Army Museum

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: The Royal Scots Greys (colour litho)

The Royal Scots Greys (colour litho)
980344 The Royal Scots Greys (colour litho) by Payne, Henry (Harry) (1868-1940) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Scots Greys. The drums and band.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: Officer of the Scots Greys, c. 1890s (b / w photo)

Officer of the Scots Greys, c. 1890s (b / w photo)
745293 Officer of the Scots Greys, c.1890s (b/w photo) by Gregory, William (1837-1904); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Scots Greys was a cavalry regiment of the British Army from 1707)

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: The Royal Scots Greys (colour litho)

The Royal Scots Greys (colour litho)
980340 The Royal Scots Greys (colour litho) by Payne, Henry (Harry) (1868-1940) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Scots Greys. Officer)

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: Charge of the Royal Scots Greys at the Battle of Waterloo, c. 1920 (colour litho)

Charge of the Royal Scots Greys at the Battle of Waterloo, c. 1920 (colour litho)
1249029 Charge of the Royal Scots Greys at the Battle of Waterloo, c.1920 (colour litho) by Huen, Victor (1874-1939); BibliothAque Paul-Marmottan, Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: Sergeant-Major of the 2nd Dragoons. (Royal Scots Greys), 1900. Creator: Gregory & Co

Sergeant-Major of the 2nd Dragoons. (Royal Scots Greys), 1900. Creator: Gregory & Co
Sergeant-Major of the 2nd Dragoons. (Royal Scots Greys), 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: The Greys - Greys Cigarettes, 1937

The Greys - Greys Cigarettes, 1937. From The Illustrated London News, Volume 190. [The Illustrated London News and Sketch, Ltd. London, 1937]

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: 2nd Dragoons (Royal Scots Greys), c1910

2nd Dragoons (Royal Scots Greys), c1910

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: H. I. M. The Emperor Nicholas II. Colonel-in-Chief of the Royal Scots Greys, 1902

H. I. M. The Emperor Nicholas II. Colonel-in-Chief of the Royal Scots Greys, 1902. Artist: Valentin Serov
H.I.M. The Emperor Nicholas II. Colonel-in-Chief of the Royal Scots Greys, 1902. The Emperor in full dress uniform as Colonel-in-Chief of the 2nd Dragoons (Royal Scots Greys)

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: The Greys, 1937

The Greys, 1937. From The Sphere - Coronation Record Number. [The Sphere, London, 1937]

Background imageRoyal Scots Greys Collection: WWI: HOSPITAL, c1915. Private William Robinson of the Royal Scots Greys at the

WWI: HOSPITAL, c1915. Private William Robinson of the Royal Scots Greys at the Canadian hospital in the Hotel du Golf at Le Touquet, France. Photograph, c1914



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"The Royal Scots Greys: A Storied Legacy of Courage and Honor" Step back in time to the late 19th century, where the Scottish regiments of the British Army stood tall and proud. In a stunning color lithograph from 1895, we catch a glimpse of the distinguished Second Dragoons, known as the Royal Scots Greys. An officer stands at attention in his Review Order uniform, exuding authority and command. Travel further back to one of history's most iconic conflicts - The Crimean War. In an evocative chromolitho print titled "The Rally of the Scots Greys. . at Balaclava, " we witness their unwavering bravery amidst chaos and danger. Created by an unknown artist in 1901, this artwork immortalizes their heroic charge. Fast forward to another legendary battle - Waterloo in 1815. Through a powerful depiction from 1939 entitled "The Charge of the Greys at Waterloo, " we are transported to that fateful day when these gallant soldiers fearlessly rode into battle against Napoleon's forces. Their legacy continues with more striking images capturing their essence - be it on horseback or standing resolute on foot. Chromolithos showcase them as Second Dragoons while color lithographs highlight their distinctive uniforms. In times of crisis, they were called upon once again. A black-and-white photograph captures British troops preparing for service during The Transvaal Crisis in South Africa – among them, members of The Royal Scots Greys readying themselves for duty. But it wasn't all war; they also showcased their skills for charitable causes. An engraving depicts The Military Tournament held in Glasgow to aid charities – a scene set with precision and grandeur. Their valor is forever etched into history through countless artistic renditions like vibrant color lithographs portraying them proudly or engravings depicting moments before charging into battle.