A History of the 17th Lancers (Duke of Cambridge's Own)

Name: A History of the 17th Lancers (Duke of Cambridge's Own)
Author: Sir J. W. Fortescue

By Sir J. W. Fortescue

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A regimental history of a British light cavalry unit traces its rise from mid-eighteenth-century origins through periods of reform, foreign deployments, and colonial campaigns. It chronicles training, organization, equipment, and administrative change, and narrates participation in conflicts including the American War, West Indies operations and the Maroon War, expeditions to Ostend and the Plata region, service in India and the Pindari campaign, the Crimea and the Indian Mutiny, and later actions such as the Zulu War. The account draws on official despatches, muster rolls, personal recollections, and archival material, and is supplemented by illustrations, officers’ lists, movement logs, and technical appendices on pay and accoutrements.

About the Author

Sir J. W. Fortescue

Sir John William Fortescue was a British historian and military writer, renowned for his extensive works on the history of the British Army. His notable contributions include "A History of the British Army," which spans multiple volumes and provides a comprehensive overview of military campaigns and developments. Fortescue's scholarly approach and detailed analysis have made his works significant in the field of military history. In addition to his historical writings, he also authored fiction, such as "The Drummer's Coat" and "The Story of a Red Deer," showcasing his versatility as a writer. His lectures at Trinity College, Cambridge, further reflect his commitment to education and the dissemination of military knowledge.