Historical record of the Eighty-Sixth, or the Royal County Down Regiment of Foot / Containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1793, and of its subsequent services to 1842.

Name: Historical record of the Eighty-Sixth, or the Royal County Down Regiment of Foot / Containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1793, and of its subsequent services to 1842.
Author: Richard Cannon

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A chronological regimental record recounts the origin and later service of a British infantry regiment, detailing its stations, campaigns, battles, sieges, and other operations, together with trophies and distinctions awarded. It registers names of officers, non-commissioned officers, and privates killed or wounded, notes honors and medals conferred, and highlights individuals singled out for gallantry. The volume supplies official orders and reports, explanations for granted badges and devices, and brief biographical memoirs of colonels and notable officers, compiled to preserve institutional memory and foster esprit de corps.

About the Author

Richard Cannon

Richard Cannon was a British military historian known for his extensive works documenting the histories of various regiments of the British Army. His notable contributions include detailed accounts of the formation and service records of regiments such as the Royal Irish Regiment of Foot and the Northumberland Fusiliers. Cannon's writings, characterized by their thorough research and historical significance, provide valuable insights into military history from the late 17th century through the mid-19th century. His works serve as important resources for understanding the evolution of military units and their roles in British history.