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Sunday, 30 November 2025

Oxford Blues 1685 Ralph Mitchard


 In 1685, the Oxford Blues, part of the Royal Regiment of Horse Guards, played a significant role iin the Monmouth Rebellion. They were involved in the battle of Sedgemoor, where they helped 
King James II defeat the rebels. This marked the regiment's first action and set the stage for 
their future engagements in the British Army. The regiment's nickname, 'The Blues', was derived from their blue uniforms, which were a distinctive feature of their uniform at the time.
 
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Troopers Sword of The Earl Of Oxford's Regiment Of Horse, Rare. SN 914 – West Street Antiques

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