6th Dragoon Guards Collection

Carabinier Mounting a Horse. Creator: Carle Vernet
Carabinier Mounting a Horse

British and Australian Cavalry at the Royal Military Tournament (litho)
1051857 British and Australian Cavalry at the Royal Military Tournament (litho) by Charlton, John (1849-1917) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

New Uniforms of the British Cavalry (engraving)
1608705 New Uniforms of the British Cavalry (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Uniforms of the British Cavalry)

The Collieries Strikes and Riots (engraving)
1627404 The Collieries Strikes and Riots (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Collieries Strikes and Riots)

The Fenian Conspiracy in Ireland, landing of the 6th Dragoon Guards at the North Wall, Dublin (engraving)
1099004 The Fenian Conspiracy in Ireland, landing of the 6th Dragoon Guards at the North Wall, Dublin (engraving) by English School

The Transvaal War, Officers and Men for the Front (engraving)
1592830 The Transvaal War, Officers and Men for the Front (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War, Officers and Men for the Front)

Troops for the Cape, the 6th Dragoon Guards (Carabiniers) in Review Order (b / w photo)
1592675 Troops for the Cape, the 6th Dragoon Guards (Carabiniers) in Review Order (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Troops for the Cape)

Hands across the Sea, New South Wales Lancers at Aldershot (litho)
1598818 Hands across the Sea, New South Wales Lancers at Aldershot (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hands across the Sea)

Cavalry Exercises at Aldershot (b / w photo)
1063542 Cavalry Exercises at Aldershot (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cavalry Exercises at Aldershot)

The Officers of the New South Wales Lancers, now at Aldershot (b / w photo)
1051784 The Officers of the New South Wales Lancers, now at Aldershot (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Transvaal Crisis, Troops for the Cape (b / w photo)
1593128 The Transvaal Crisis, Troops for the Cape (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal Crisis, Troops for the Cape)

Prominent Officers on Active Service (b / w photo)
1599140 Prominent Officers on Active Service (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prominent Officers on Active Service)

Scout - 6th Dragoon Guards (Carabineers), 1901. Creator: Gregory & Co
Scout - 6th Dragoon Guards (Carabineers), 1901. 6th Dragoon Guards cavalry regiment of the British Army was sent to South Africa in November 1899

Recruiting Sergeants, from Street Life in London, by J. Thomson and Adolphe Smith
XJF1765617 Recruiting Sergeants, from Street Life in London, by J. Thomson and Adolphe Smith, 1877 (b/w photo) by Thomson, John (1837-1921); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

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"From Royal Tournaments to International Conflicts: The 6th Dragoon Guards in Action" Step into the captivating world of the 6th Dragoon Guards, a distinguished British and Australian cavalry regiment that has left an indelible mark on history. With lithographs capturing their awe-inspiring performances at the Royal Military Tournament, one can witness their unparalleled skill and precision. But it wasn't just grand spectacles that defined this remarkable regiment. Engravings showcasing their new uniforms reveal how they evolved with changing times, adapting to modern warfare while upholding tradition. Amidst tumultuous times, such as the Collieries Strikes and Riots or the Fenian Conspiracy in Ireland, these brave soldiers were called upon to maintain order and protect civilians. Their gallantry extended beyond national borders when they landed at Dublin's North Wall during the Transvaal War. Engravings immortalize officers and men preparing for battle - a testament to their unwavering dedication. As tensions escalated during the Transvaal Crisis, troops from the 6th Dragoon Guards stood ready for duty in review order at Cape Town. Hands across the Sea saw them join forces with New South Wales Lancers at Aldershot - a symbol of camaraderie between nations united by a common cause. Photographs offer glimpses into daily life within this esteemed regiment; officers from New South Wales Lancers proudly stand side by side with their counterparts from Britain. Prominent officers on active service exemplify leadership amidst adversity. Intriguingly, Gregory & Co's Scout photograph captures an enigmatic figure from 1901 - a member of the 6th Dragoon Guards known for his exceptional scouting skills. The legacy of the 6th Dragoon Guards is etched not only in photographs but also in our collective memory. Their unwavering commitment to duty resonates through time as we remember these valiant soldiers who fearlessly rode into history's annals.