Historical Record of the Fourth, or Royal Irish Regiment of Dragoon Guards.
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| Author | Cannon, Richard, 1779-1865 |
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| Title |
Historical Record of the Fourth, or Royal Irish Regiment of Dragoon Guards. Containing an Account of the Formation of the Regiment in 1685; and of Its Subsequent Services to 1838 |
| Alternate Title | Historical Record of the 4th Dragoon Guards |
| Note | Reading ease score: 49.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Historical Record of the Fourth, or Royal Irish Regiment of Dragoon Guards" by Richard Cannon is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work presents a thorough history of the Fourth Regiment from its formation during the tumultuous time of King James II to its activities in various military engagements up to the late 1830s. The narrative likely covers the encounters and achievements of the regiment, emphasizing the bravery and loyalty of its soldiers. The opening of the historical record details the origins of the Fourth Regiment in response to the tumultuous political climate of 1685, including the Duke of Monmouth's rebellion. Cannon outlines how the regiment was formed from several troops raised by loyal officers and included insights into the early operations, uniforms, and weaponry of the regiment. It sets the stage for the regiment's significant role in various battles and its evolution as a key component of the British Army, illustrating the pride and dedication of its members throughout their history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | UA: Military science: Armies: Organization, distribution, military situation |
| Subject | Great Britain. Army -- History |
| Subject | Great Britain. Army. Royal Irish Dragoon Guards, 4th |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51376 |
| Release Date | Mar 6, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 66 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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