Historical Record of the Thirty-fourth, or the Cumberland Regiment of Foot
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"Historical Record of the Thirty-fourth, or the Cumberland Regiment of Foot" by Richard Cannon is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed history of the Thirty-fourth Regiment of Foot, tracing its formation in 1702 through its military engagements up until 1844. The text focuses on the regiment's various campaigns, notable battles, and significant contributions to military history. The opening of this historical record outlines the rationale
for documenting the military achievements of British regiments, emphasizing the importance of inspiring future soldiers through the stories of past bravery and sacrifice. It describes the establishment and early years of the Thirty-fourth Regiment, detailing its formation under Colonel Robert Lord Lucas and subsequent deployments in various military expeditions. A narrative of valor, challenges, and growth is set, showcasing how the regiment served in key battles and operations across Europe and beyond, reflecting the broader context of British military history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Cannon, Richard, 1779-1865 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Historical Record of the Thirty-fourth, or the Cumberland Regiment of Foot containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1702 and of its subsequent services to 1844 |
| Alternate Title | Historical Record of the 34th Foot |
| Credits | Brian Coe, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 49.9 (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. Infantry. 34th Regiment (Cumberland) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66459 |
| Release Date | Oct 3, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 536 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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