The record of a regiment of the line : $b being a regimental history of the 1st Battalion Devonshire Regiment during the Boer War, 1899-1902

"The Record of a Regiment of the Line: Being a Regimental History of the 1st Battalion Devonshire Regiment During the Boer War 1899-1902" by Mainwaring George Jacson is a vivid chronicle of the 1st Battalion Devonshire Regiment’s trials and triumphs during the Boer War in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Journeying from India to the heart of conflict in South Africa, the regiment prepares for war amid rising tensions, facing daring skirmishes and grappling with the leadership challenges inherent in military operations. The book showcases their courage and unity as they fought in major battles, detailing their experiences, struggles, and the unwavering fortitude that defined their service in perilous times, particularly during the siege of Ladysmith.