Historical Record of the Thirteenth Regiment of Light Dragoons Containing an Account of the Formation of the Regiment in 1715, and of Its Subsequent Services to 1842

"Historical Record of the Thirteenth Regiment of Light Dragoons" by Richard Cannon chronicles the history of a British regiment from its creation in 1715 to 1842. Starting with an order from 1836 meant to document the accomplishments of British regiments, the book describes the regiment's formation during a time of turmoil in Great Britain, including their involvement in the Jacobite risings. It then follows the Thirteenth Regiment of Light Dragoons through numerous battles and campaigns, up through their involvement in the Napoleonic Wars, highlighting its most important people and moments. The book shows how the regiment changed and its importance in historical events.

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