Historical Record of the Seventeenth, or the Leicestershire Regiment of Foot

A sweeping, fact‑filled portrait follows the rise of a distinguished British infantry unit from its birth in the turbulent year of 1688 through the first half of the nineteenth century. The account opens with the regiment’s early campaigns, detailing its formation, early commanders, and the challenges of a rapidly changing battlefield.

The narrative then moves to the regiment’s most celebrated exploits abroad—its valor in India, the fierce actions in Afghanistan, and the proud moments that earned it the royal tiger and battle‑honored colors. Interwoven with official orders and casualty lists are the stories of officers whose bravery was recognised with medals and titles, giving listeners a vivid sense of the human side of warfare.

Compiled from meticulous military records, this volume offers a clear, engaging window into the traditions, honors, and evolving identity of a regiment that helped shape British military heritage. Ideal for anyone fascinated by the lived experience of soldiers and the legacy of their service.