Historical Records Of The British Army

Historical Records of the British Army by Richard Cannon is a comprehensive book that provides a detailed history of every regiment that has served in Her Majesty's Service. The book covers the period from the late 17th century to the early 19th century, including the Napoleonic Wars and the colonial wars of the British Empire.The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering the infantry regiments and the second volume covering the cavalry and artillery regiments. Each regiment is given a separate chapter, which includes information on its formation, campaigns, battles, and notable events.The author, Richard Cannon, was a British military historian and served as the Deputy Keeper of the Records at the War Office. He drew on official records and other primary sources to compile this comprehensive history of the British Army.In addition to the regimental histories, the book also includes a general history of the British Army, including its organization, uniforms, weapons, and tactics. There are also appendices that provide information on the ranks and pay of soldiers, as well as a glossary of military terms.Overall, Historical Records of the British Army is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the British Army and its role in shaping the modern world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.