Historical Record of the Fourteenth, or the King's, Regiment of Light Dragoons Containing an Account of the Formation of the Regiment and of Its Subsequent Services

"Historical Record of the Fourteenth, or the King's Regiment of Light Dragoons" by Richard Cannon is a detailed historical account about the formation and actions of a British army group. It shines a light on why remembering the army's history is very important.The story goes back to when the regiment was first formed in 1715 and describes the battles they fought against the Jacobite rebels. It shows how the Fourteenth Regiment changed over time, becoming experts in light cavalry tactics and playing a crucial role in many important military events. The writing style aims to document and celebrate the courage and important input of the Fourteenth Light Dragoons throughout history.

Richard Cannon (1779–1865) was a compiler of regimental records for the British Army.