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Maj Gen Sydenham Poyntz’s Lifeguard of Horse

Active1645 to
CountryEngland
AllegianceParliamentarian
ConflictsFirst Civil War
TypeHorse
CaptainSydenham Poyntz
Area Raised
Flag Colour
Flag Design
Field ArmiesPoyntz 1645-6

Lifeguard troop of the General of the Northern Association in the late stages of the First Civil War

Service History

1645

Notes

A single troop composed mainly of 'reformados', officers currently lacking their own commands. Poyntz was present at the engagements mentioned above, so the presence of his Lifeguard troop appears likely.

Flags and Equipment

Notable Officers

Sydenham Poyntz

Sydenham Poyntz

Strength

Likely a single large troop

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