Francis Duncan

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Francis Duncan

1836–1888

A soldier, historian, lawyer, and politician, he brought a wide range of experience to his writing. He is best remembered for detailed military histories, especially his work on the Royal Artillery.

2 Audiobooks

History of the Royal Regiment of Artillery, Vol. 1 Compiled from the Original Records

History of the Royal Regiment of Artillery, Vol. 1 Compiled from the Original Records

by Francis Duncan

History of the Royal Regiment of Artillery Vol. 2 Compiled from the Original Records

History of the Royal Regiment of Artillery Vol. 2 Compiled from the Original Records

by Francis Duncan

About the author

Born in Aberdeen in 1836, Francis Duncan served as an officer in the Royal Artillery before being called to the bar. That mix of military service and legal training shaped the practical, well-informed tone of his books.

He wrote history with a strong focus on the British Army, including History of the Royal Regiment of Artillery and other works connected to military life and imperial service. His writing drew on firsthand knowledge and helped preserve the record of the regiment he had served.

Later in life, Duncan also entered politics and sat as a Conservative member of Parliament from 1885 until his death in 1888. Even so, his lasting place in print comes from the clear, documentary style he brought to military history.