Historical Record of the Seventy-first Regiment, Highland Light Infantry by Cannon
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| Author | Cannon, Richard, 1779-1865 |
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| Title |
Historical Record of the Seventy-first Regiment, Highland Light Infantry
Containing an Account of the Formation of the Regiment in 1777, and of Its Subsequent Services to 1852 |
| Alternate Title | Historical record of the 71st Foot |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Historical Record of the Seventy-first Regiment, Highland Light Infantry" by Richard Cannon is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The text chronicles the formation and service of the Seventy-first Regiment, detailing its contributions and engagements from its inception in 1777 through to 1852. It provides an in-depth look at the regiment's actions, notable figures, and historical context that shaped its existence within the British Army. The opening of the text introduces the royal warrant under which the Seventy-first Regiment was formed, emphasizing the broader historical context of the regiment amidst ongoing conflicts, including the American War of Independence and tensions with France. Cannon elaborates on the early efforts to raise the regiment, highlighting the involvement of Scottish Highland clans and detailing the critical personnel appointed as officers. The intricacies of the regiment's movements, deployments, and battles are introduced, setting the stage for a comprehensive recounting of its military history and valor throughout significant military engagements. (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 Foot, 71st (Highland Light Infantry) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60449 |
| Release Date | Oct 7, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 98 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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