Historical Record of the Eighteenth, or the Royal Irish Regiment of Foot by Cannon
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"Historical Record of the Eighteenth, or the Royal Irish Regiment of Foot" by Richard Cannon is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book chronicles the history and military accomplishments of the Royal Irish Regiment from its formation in 1684 through to 1848. It provides insights into the regiment's involvement in various battles, its structural evolution, and the figures that have shaped its legacy. The opening of the text introduces
the regiment's origins during the late 17th century and outlines significant historical events, such as its establishment under King Charles II and subsequent campaigns throughout the wars that Britain was engaged in, including actions in Ireland and Flanders. The author sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the regiment's service, highlighting the importance of updating and maintaining comprehensive records of military achievements as a means of honoring those who served and inspiring future soldiers. This historical account emphasizes not only the tactical endeavors undertaken by the regiment but also the broader context of British military history during a transformative period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Cannon, Richard, 1779-1865 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Historical Record of the Eighteenth, or the Royal Irish Regiment of Foot Containing an Account of the Formation of the Regiment in 1684, and of Its Subsequent Services to 1848. |
| Alternate Title | Historical record of the 18th Foot |
| Credits |
Produced by Brian Coe, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 48.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | UA: Military science: Armies: Organization, distribution, military situation |
| Subject | Great Britain. Army -- History |
| Subject | Great Britain. Army. Regiment of Foot, 18th (Royal Irish) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 53308 |
| Release Date | Oct 18, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 464 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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