With a Highland Regiment in Mesopotamia 1916—1917

A young officer’s voice guides listeners through the early years of the Great War as his Highland battalion moves from the dusty plains of India to the muddy trenches of France and then onto the blazing rivers of Mesopotamia. The narrative blends vivid snapshots of daily life—raining mud, cramped billets, and the camaraderie of soldiers—with the stark realities of frontline combat, from hard‑fought assaults in the Tigris valley to the grueling march toward Baghdad. Personal letters, telegrams from the King, and brief reports add authentic texture, letting listeners hear the pride and anxiety that rippled through the ranks.

The account is written with the children of the regiment in mind, so it remains clear and heartfelt, focusing on the bravery, endurance, and sacrifice of ordinary men rather than strategic analysis. Listeners will come away with a sense of the harsh conditions, the fleeting moments of relief, and the deep bonds forged amid desert heat and river mud. It offers a window onto a lesser‑known theatre of World War I, preserving the spirit of those who served far from home.