Historical Record of the Nineteenth, or the First Yorkshire North Riding Regiment of Foot / Containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1688, and of its subsequent services to 1848

Name: Historical Record of the Nineteenth, or the First Yorkshire North Riding Regiment of Foot / Containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1688, and of its subsequent services to 1848
Author: Richard Cannon

By Richard Cannon

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The volume presents an official, illustrated regimental history tracing the formation and service of a British infantry regiment from its origin in 1688 through 1848. It compiles chronological accounts of deployments, battles, sieges, and garrison stations; lists of colonels and officers; casualty returns; honours, badges, and captured trophies; and biographical memoirs of notable officers. Supplementary material includes official orders, plates of colours and costume, and appendices of engagements. Assembled from Adjutant-General's Office records, the work aims to document actions, commemorate individual gallantry, and preserve the unit's traditions for soldiers and the public.

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.