Historical record of the Seventeenth Regiment of Light Dragoons;—Lancers by Cannon

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Author Cannon, Richard, 1779-1865
Title Historical record of the Seventeenth Regiment of Light Dragoons;—Lancers
Containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1759 and of its subsequent services to 1841.
Alternate Title Historical record of the 17th Lancers
Note Reading ease score: 49.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "Historical Record of the Seventeenth Regiment of Light Dragoons;—Lancers" by Richard Cannon is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book chronicles the formation and military accomplishments of the Seventeenth Lancers, detailing their service history from their inception in 1759 to 1841. It documents their engagements in various battles, their movements over time, and highlights notable acts of bravery by individual soldiers. The opening of the book outlines the official orders from 1836 for documenting the services of British Army regiments, emphasizing the importance of inspiring future soldiers through their predecessors' valor. It establishes the context for the specific history of the Seventeenth Lancers, mentioning their formation during the Seven Years' War and their initial staffing and organization. The narrative shows the regiment’s steadfastness and commitment to military excellence, describing significant campaigns they participated in, including operations in North America and India, while also addressing administrative aspects like their uniforms and regimental insignia. This detailed account sets the stage for understanding the regiment's pride and historical significance within British military history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class UA: Military science: Armies: Organization, distribution, military situation
Subject Great Britain. Army. Lancers, 17th -- History
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EBook-No. 56409
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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