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Gentlemen-at-Arms
The Nuttall Encyclopedia
Next to the yeomen of the guard the oldest corps in the British army, is the bodyguard of the sovereign; was formed by Henry VIII. in 1509; now consists of a captain, lieutenant, standard-bearer, adjutant, and 40 members, whose duties are limited to attendance at State ceremonies.
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Wood, James, ed. Entry for 'Gentlemen-at-Arms'. The Nuttall Encyclopedia. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/nut/g/gentlemen-at-arms.html. Frederick Warne & Co Ltd. London. 1900.