Historical Record of the Fourteenth, or, the Buckinghamshire Regiment of Foot Containing an Account of the Formation of the Regiment in 1685, and of Its Subsequent Services to 1845

"Historical Record of the Fourteenth, or, the Buckinghamshire Regiment of Foot" by Richard Cannon retells the story of the Fourteenth Regiment of Foot from its beginnings in 1685 to 1845. Beginning with England facing political unrest within the monarchy--the account goes into rich detail as it describes the historic battles and key turning points that defined the British military. Starting with the Duke of Monmouth's uprising, the story explains how the Fourteenth Regiment came to be under Sir Edward Hales. The book highlights the regiment's quick actions to fight off invaders, and how they stayed important after winning the war. From these early conflicts to its service throughout Europe and the East Indies, immerse yourself in the bravery and sacrifices that shaped the Fourteenth Regiment, influencing British military history.