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LoC No.: 00423103
Title:
Historical Record of the Fifty-Third, or the Shropshire Regiment of Foot
Containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1755 and of its subsequent services to 1848
Alternate Title: Historical record of the 53rd Foot
Note: Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary: "Historical Record of the Fifty-Third, or the Shropshire Regiment of Foot" by Richard Cannon is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The text serves as a detailed chronicle of the formation and service history of the Fifty-Third Regiment from its establishment in 1755 up to 1848, showcasing its various military engagements. It likely appeals to readers interested in military history, British colonial efforts, and the valorous acts of specific regiments in varied conflict settings. The opening of the record introduces the regiment's origins, detailing its formation during the anticipated war with France in the mid-18th century under Colonel William Whitmore. It highlights the initial deployment of the regiment to Gibraltar and its subsequent service, emphasizing the rigorous discipline and various battles the regiment partook in, including actions in Canada and its notable engagements in the Napoleonic Wars. The narrative sets a tone of respect and admiration for the regiment's bravery and commitment, indicating the comprehensive nature of the work that captures the essence and experiences of the British soldiers throughout these tumultuous years. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Cannon, Richard, 1779-1865
EBook No.: 56837
Published: Mar 25, 2018
Downloads: 64
Language: English
Subject: Great Britain. Army. Regiment of Foot, 53rd -- History
LoCC: Military science: Armies: Organization, distribution, military situation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 00423103
Title:
Historical Record of the Fifty-Third, or the Shropshire Regiment of Foot
Containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1755 and of its subsequent services to 1848
Alternate Title: Historical record of the 53rd Foot
Note: Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Brian Coe, John Campbell and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
(This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Historical Record of the Fifty-Third, or the Shropshire Regiment of Foot" by Richard Cannon is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The text serves as a detailed chronicle of the formation and service history of the Fifty-Third Regiment from its establishment in 1755 up to 1848, showcasing its various military engagements. It likely appeals to readers interested in military history, British colonial efforts, and the valorous acts of specific regiments in varied conflict settings. The opening of the record introduces the regiment's origins, detailing its formation during the anticipated war with France in the mid-18th century under Colonel William Whitmore. It highlights the initial deployment of the regiment to Gibraltar and its subsequent service, emphasizing the rigorous discipline and various battles the regiment partook in, including actions in Canada and its notable engagements in the Napoleonic Wars. The narrative sets a tone of respect and admiration for the regiment's bravery and commitment, indicating the comprehensive nature of the work that captures the essence and experiences of the British soldiers throughout these tumultuous years. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Cannon, Richard, 1779-1865
EBook No.: 56837
Published: Mar 25, 2018
Downloads: 64
Language: English
Subject: Great Britain. Army. Regiment of Foot, 53rd -- History
LoCC: Military science: Armies: Organization, distribution, military situation
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.