02353cam a22003133u 4500 63218 UtSlPG 20260610134445.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 17028634 UtSlPG en iso639-1 DA Menzies, Stuart, Mrs. Lord William Beresford, V.C., Some Memories of a Famous Sportsman, Soldier and Wit Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-09-17 Produced by Sonya Schermann, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Lord William Beresford, V.C., Some Memories of a Famous Sportsman, Soldier and Wit" by Mrs. Stuart Menzies is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the life and character of Lord William Beresford, a notable figure in British military history, known for his sporting achievements and charm. This work aims to provide insights into his engaging personality and the fond memories shared by his contemporaries." "At the start of the memoir, the author reflects on the impact of Lord William Beresford’s life and character, emphasizing his popularity and the kind words from friends and family. The introduction reveals that Beresford was not only a gallant soldier but also a man of generous nature and humor, sparking the motivation for this tribute. The opening chapters detail his early days, showcasing a lively childhood filled with mischief at Eton, his spirited involvement in sports and horse riding, and his familial pride that shaped his character. The narrative vividly brings to life his carefree youth and adventurous beginnings, setting the stage for a life intertwined with military service and comedy." (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Beresford, William Leslie de la Poer, Lord, 1847-1900 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63218 104042 104042