Her Majesty's Army, Vol. 2 of 4 (Classic Reprint): A Descriptive Account of the Various Regiments Now Comprising the Queen's Forces, From Their First Establishment to the Present Time - Couverture souple

Richards, Walter

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1333926545 ISBN 13 : 9781333926540

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A detailed portrait of the regiments that built the Queen’s forces, from their origins to the battlefield.

The book provides a descriptive account of the regiments now serving in the Queen’s forces, tracing their earliest establishment through to later campaigns. It highlights gallantry, longstanding traditions, and the evolving history of military service across Britain’s global reach.

Readers will encounter vivid summaries of battles, notable leaders, and the honors won by these units, including landmarks from the Peninsular War, the Crimea, Afghanistan, New Zealand, and Egyptian campaigns. The narrative emphasizes the character and endurance of the soldiers, the logistics of 19th‑century warfare, and the contributions of each regiment to the broader story of the army.

• Founding roots and transformation of major regiments over time


• Key campaigns and their impact on equipment, tactics, and honors


• Notable deeds, honors, and memorable leaders illustrated through specific episodes


• Context for how regimental identities shaped the broader history of the British Army

Ideal for readers who enjoy military history, regimental lore, and period accounts of battles and campaigns.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1333926545
• ISBN 13: 9781333926540
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 189
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