Historical Record of the Seventy-Third Regiment / Containing an account of the formation of the Regiment from the period of its being raised as the Second Battalion of the Forty-Second Royal Highlanders in 1780 and of its subsequent services to 1851

Name: Historical Record of the Seventy-Third Regiment / Containing an account of the formation of the Regiment from the period of its being raised as the Second Battalion of the Forty-Second Royal Highlanders in 1780 and of its subsequent services to 1851
Author: Richard Cannon

By Richard Cannon

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The volume chronicles the formation of the regiment from its raising as the second battalion of the Forty-Second Royal Highlanders in 1780 and traces its service through 1851. It provides a chronological account of stations, campaigns, battles, sieges, and notable military operations; lists officers, non-commissioned officers, and privates killed or wounded; records honors, badges, captured trophies, and distinctions conferred; and includes biographical sketches of colonels and distinguished officers. Compiled under Adjutant-General authority, the work aims to preserve regimental records, illustrate examples of bravery and endurance, and to foster esprit de corps by presenting official reports, casualty details, and awarded recognitions.

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.