Historical record of the Twenty-second, or the Cheshire Regiment of Foot / containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1689, and of its subsequent services to 1849

Name: Historical record of the Twenty-second, or the Cheshire Regiment of Foot / containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1689, and of its subsequent services to 1849
Author: Richard Cannon

By Richard Cannon

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The volume compiles the regiment's origins in 1689 and chronicles its deployments, campaigns, garrison stations, engagements, honors, casualties, and distinctions through 1849. It assembles official orders, battle accounts, lists of officers and those killed or wounded, descriptions of badges and trophies, and citations for medals and promotions, with plates and footnoted references. Prefatory material explains the purpose of regimental records and the methods of compilation, while sectioned annals present chronological service summaries, notable actions, and administrative details that illustrate organizational changes, honors granted, and the regiment's conduct across overseas and domestic operations.

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.