Historical Record of the Fourteenth, or the King's, Regiment of Light Dragoons
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| Author | Cannon, Richard, 1779-1865 |
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| Title |
Historical Record of the Fourteenth, or the King's, Regiment of Light Dragoons
Containing an Account of the Formation of the Regiment and of Its Subsequent Services |
| Alternate Title | Historical record of the 14th Dragoons |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Historical Record of the Fourteenth, or the King's Regiment of Light Dragoons" by Richard Cannon is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles the formation and extensive military service of the Fourteenth Light Dragoons from their inception in the 18th century through various conflicts, focusing particularly on their engagements during pivotal battles. It aims to preserve the legacy of the regiment's valor and contributions, providing a detailed narrative that underscores the importance of military history. The opening of the book sets the stage by outlining the context and significance of preserving military records in the British Army, highlighting a royal decree that necessitated a thorough compilation of regimental histories. It presents a detailed examination of the Fourteenth Regiment's early days, established in 1715, and recounts their initial engagements against Jacobite forces. The narrative emphasizes the regiment's transformation from a heavy cavalry unit to one focused on light cavalry operations, illustrating their adaptability and crucial role in various military campaigns. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | UA: Military science: Armies: Organization, distribution, military situation |
| Subject | Great Britain. Army -- History |
| Subject | Great Britain. Army. Regiment of Light Dragoons, 14th |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 54939 |
| Release Date | Jun 20, 2017 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 82 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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