Download or read book Historical Record of the First or Royal Regiment of Foot written by Richard Cannon and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-10-20 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Richard Cannon's 'Historical Record of the First, or Royal Regiment of Foot' is a meticulously detailed account of the history and exploits of one of the oldest regiments in the British Army. Written in a straightforward and factual style, the book provides an in-depth exploration of the regiment's participation in major historical events, including wars and battles. Cannon's narrative is filled with firsthand accounts, official records, and strategic analysis, making it a valuable resource for military historians and enthusiasts alike. The book's thorough examination of military tactics and strategies adds depth to the understanding of the regiment's contributions to British military history, placing it within the broader context of the era's conflicts and alliances. Richard Cannon's dedication to preserving the historical legacy of the First Regiment shines through in this comprehensive work, showcasing his expertise in military history and archival research. Readers interested in British military history and the evolution of regimental warfare will find 'Historical Record of the First, or Royal Regiment of Foot' a compelling and informative read.
Download or read book Regimental Records of the Royal Scotsthe First Or Royal Regiment of Foot 1590 1911 written by J C Leask and published by . This book was released on 2014-03-12 with total page 874 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Royal Scots, one of the earliest and most distinguished names in the British Army, have an unequalled record of service to the Crown and country. This huge history covers the entire early years of the regiment from their garrisoning of Tangier in 1680 down to the Boer War in 1899-1902. Between these deployments, they fought in the Duke of Marlborough's four great victories at Blenheim, Ramillies, Oudenarde and Malplaquet, the expedition to Louisburg, the retreat to Corunna, the Peninsular war battles of Busaco, Vittoria Salamanca, San Sebastian, and the NIve; the Waterloo campaign, the Crimean War. This book contains all you would expect in such a record: not only detailed accounts of all the campaigns and actions, but officers' roils, marching songs, regimental crests and insignia, uniform illustrations, and portraits of the regiment's colonels.
Download or read book Historical Record of the Sixth or Royal First Warwickshire Regiment of Foot written by Richard Cannon and published by . This book was released on with total page 65 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The character and credit of the British Army must chiefly depend upon the zeal and ardour, by which all who enter into its service are animated, and consequently it is of the highest importance that any measure calculated to excite the spirit of emulation, by which alone great and gallant actions are achieved, should be adopted. Nothing can more fully tend to the accomplishment of this desirable object, than a full display of the noble deeds with which the Military History of our country abounds. To hold forth these bright examples to the imitation of the youthful soldier, and thus to incite him to emulate the meritorious conduct of those who have preceded him in their honourable career, are among the motives that have given rise to the present publication. The operations of the British Troops are, indeed, announced in the 'London Gazette,' from whence they are transferred into the public prints: the achievements of our armies are thus made known at the time of their occurrence, and receive the tribute of praise and admiration to which they are entitled. On extraordinary occasions, the Houses of Parliament have been in the habit of conferring on the Commanders, and the Officers and Troops acting under their orders, expressions of approbation and of thanks for their skill and bravery, and these testimonials, confirmed by the high honour of their Sovereign's Approbation, constitute the reward which the soldier most highly prizes. It has not, however, until late years, been the practice (which appears to have long prevailed in some of the Continental armies) for British Regiments to keep regular records of their services and achievements. Hence some difficulty has been experienced in obtaining, particularly from the old Regiments, an authentic account of their origin and subsequent services. This defect will now be remedied, in consequence of His Majesty having been pleased to command, that every Regiment shall in future keep a full and ample record of its services at home and abroad. From the materials thus collected, the country will henceforth derive information as to the difficulties and privations which chequer the career of those who embrace the military profession. In Great Britain, where so large a number of persons are devoted to the active concerns of agriculture, manufactures, and commerce, and where these pursuits have, for so long a period, been undisturbed by the presence of war, which few other countries have escaped, comparatively little is known of the vicissitudes of active service, and of the casualties of climate, to which, even during peace, the British Troops are exposed in every part of the globe, with little or no interval of repose. In their tranquil enjoyment of the blessings which the country derives from the industry and the enterprise of the agriculturist and the trader, its happy inhabitants may be supposed not often to reflect on the perilous duties of the soldier and the sailor,—on their sufferings,—and on the sacrifice of valuable life, by which so many national benefits are obtained and preserved. The conduct of the British Troops, their valour, and endurance, have shone conspicuously under great and trying difficulties; and their character has been established in Continental warfare by the irresistible spirit with which they have effected debarkations in spite of the most formidable opposition, and by the gallantry and steadiness with which they have maintained their advantages against superior numbers. In the official Reports made by the respective Commanders, ample justice has generally been done to the gallant exertions of the Corps employed; but the details of their services, and of acts of individual bravery, can only be fully given in the Annals of the various Regiments. To be continue in this ebook...
Download or read book Historical Record of the Sixteenth Or the Bedfordshire Regiment of Foot written by and published by . This book was released on 1848 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Historical Record of the First Regiment of Foot The Origins of the Regiment written by Richard Cannon and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2018-09-21 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: Historical Record of the First Regiment of Foot - The Origins of the Regiment by Richard Cannon
Download or read book Historical Record of the First Regiment of Foot written by Richard Cannon and published by Litres. This book was released on 2021-12-02 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Historical Record of the First or the Royal Regiment of Dragoons written by Richard Cannon and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-12-18 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Historical Record of the First, or the Royal Regiment of Dragoons" by Richard Cannon. Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Download or read book Historical Record of the Twenty First Regiment Or the Royal North British Fusiliers written by Richard Cannon and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Relive the battles and triumphs of one of Scotland's storied military units. From its founding in 1678 to its service in the Napoleonic Wars, Cannon's detailed history offers a comprehensive look at the men and women who fought under the banner of the Royal North British Fusiliers. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Historical Record of the Seventeenth Or the Leicestershire Regiment of Foot written by Richard Cannon and published by London : Parker, Furnivall & Parker. This book was released on 1848 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Historical Record of the Seventh Regiment Or the Royal Fusiliers written by and published by London : Parker, Furnivall & Parker. This book was released on 1847 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Historical Record of the Twenty first Regiment or the Royal North British Fusiliers written by Richard Cannon and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-12-23 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Historical Record of the Twenty-first Regiment..." was published under the orders of His late Majesty King William IV of England to give an account of the services of every Regiment in the British Army as at 1836. Among other details of each regiment, it contains the history and period of formation, and the justification thereof, as well as the names of officers and other soldiers killed or wounded in the course of duty, and those bestowed with any Titles, Medals, or other Marks of His Majesty's gracious favour. It offers an excellent history of British military history, looking back at such great names as Admiral Viscount Nelson, General Hon. William Gordon, Major-General James Hamilton, Major-General Hon. Alexander Mackay, John, Viscount Mordaunt, among others.
Download or read book Historical Record of the Fourth or Royal Irish Regiment of Dragoon Guards written by Richard Cannon and published by LONGMAN, ORME, AND CO. This book was released on with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Regiment, which forms the subject of the following memoir, is one of the seventeen corps, now in the British army, which derive their origin from the commotions in England during the first year of the reign of King James II. The origin of these commotions may be traced to the pernicious councils adopted by King Charles I., which were followed by a flame of puritanical zeal and of democratical fury and outrage in the country, which deprived the monarch of life, and forced the royal family to reside for several years in exile on the continent, where King Charles II. and his brother, James Duke of York, imbibed the doctrines of the Church of Rome. After the Restoration, in 1660, the King concealed his religion from his Protestant subjects; but the Duke of York openly avowed the tenets of the Roman Catholic Church, which rendered him exceedingly unpopular. King Charles II. having no legitimate issue, his eldest illegitimate son, James Duke of Monmouth, an officer of some merit, who had espoused the Protestant cause with great warmth, and had become very popular, aspired to the throne. In a few months after the accession of James II., this nobleman arrived from Holland (11th June, 1685) with a band of armed followers, and erecting his standard in the west of England, called upon the people to aid him in gaining the sovereign power. Although a deep feeling of anxiety was general in the kingdom at this period, yet the King had declared his determination to support the Protestant religion, as by law established, and his designs against the constitution had not been manifested; hence loyalty to the sovereign, a principle so genial to the innate feelings of the British people, prevailed over every other consideration. A number of Mendip miners and other disaffected persons joined the Duke of Monmouth; but men of all ranks arrayed themselves under the banners of royalty. To officers and soldiers imbued with a laudable esprit de corps, the particulars relating to the origin and services of their regiment are of intense interest, and the circumstances which gave rise to the formation of their corps are of themselves an era. To encourage such feelings is one of the objects of the present undertaking, and, although the general reader may think the narrative tedious, the officers and men of the Royal Irish Dragoon Guards will feel gratified at learning by whom, and where, each troop, of which their regiment was originally composed, was raised. This information has been procured from public documents, in which it is recorded that, in the midst of the hostile preparations which the Duke of Monmouth's rebellion occasioned in every part of the kingdom, a troop of horse was raised by James Earl of Arran, eldest son of William Duke of Hamilton, a nobleman distinguished alike for loyalty and attachment to the Protestant religion; a second troop was raised, in the vicinity of London, by Captain John Parker, Lieutenant of the Horse Grenadier Guards attached to the King's Own troop of Life Guards (now First Regiment of Life Guards); a third at Lichfield, by William Baggott, Esq.; a fourth at Grantham, by Thomas Harrington, Esq.; a fifth at Durham, by John Fetherstonhalgh, Esq.; and the sixth at Morpeth, by William Ogle, Esq.; and that, after the decisive battle of Sedgemoor had destroyed the hopes of the invader, these six troops were ordered to march to the south of England, and were incorporated into a regiment of Cuirassiers, which is now the Fourth or Royal Irish Regiment of Dragoon Guards. The Colonelcy was conferred on the Earl of Arran, by commission, dated the 28th of July, 1685; the Lieutenant-Colonelcy on Captain Charles Nedby, from the Queen's regiment of horse; and the commission of Major on Captain John Parker. To be continue in this ebook...
Download or read book Historical Record of the First Regiment of Foot The Origins of the Regiment written by Richard Cannon and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2018-09-21 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: Historical Record of the First Regiment of Foot - The Origins of the Regiment by Richard Cannon
Download or read book The Royal Scots written by A. Michael Brander and published by Leo Cooper Books. This book was released on 1976 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Citater fra krigshistoriske værker og krigsdagbøger. - Introduktion til bogen ved Brian Horrocks.
Download or read book Historical Record of the Fiftysixth Or the West Essex Regiment of Foot written by Richard Cannon and published by London : Parker, Furnivall, and Parker. This book was released on 1844 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Historical Record of the Twenty First or The Royal North British Fusiliers From Its Formation in 1678 to 1849 written by Richard Cannon and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2018-09-21 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: Historical Record of the Twenty-First or The Royal North British Fusiliers: From Its Formation in 1678 to 1849 by Richard Cannon
