Polo in Britain: A History

Polo in Britain: A History
ISBN-10
0786465115
ISBN-13
9780786465118
Category
History
Pages
372
Language
English
Published
2012
Publisher
McFarland
Author
Horace A. Laffaye

Description

"This volume chronicles the history of polo in the British Isles from 1860 through the summer of 2011. It recounts the development of polo clubs, including the rise and fall of once mighty citadels of the game; describes the major competitions and many of the lesser tournaments in England and Ireland; and gives particular attention to international contests"--Provided by publisher.

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