Memoir of the Services of the Bengal Artillery From the Formation of the Corps to the Present Time, with Some Account of Its Internal Organization

"Memoir of the Services of the Bengal Artillery" by E. Buckle is a mid-19th century historical record of the Bengal Artillery from its beginnings. The memoir explores the artillery's structure and recounts its military actions, primarily in colonial India. Buckle's writing captures the regiment's growth and demonstrates the author's passion for documenting the artillery corps’s accomplishments and hardships. The story begins with the establishment of the Bengal Artillery in 1749, highlighting early struggles and outlining key people and battles, like the Black Hole incident in Calcutta. Buckle emphasizes the need to preserve the Army's artillery legacy and acknowledges the dedication and sacrifices of the artillerymen.