Historical Record of the Fourteenth, or, the Buckinghamshire Regiment of Foot

A thorough chronicle of one of Britain’s most storied infantry units, this volume follows the regiment from its birth in 1685 through six decades of service abroad and at home. It details the campaigns that earned its colors the names of Tournay, Corunna, Waterloo and distant posts such as Java and Bhu rtpore, while vivid plates bring the uniform, standards and battlefield moments to life.

Beyond a list of battles, the work records the men who fought—officers, NCOs and privates—highlighting acts of bravery, wounds suffered, and the honors bestowed by the Crown. It also explains the evolution of the regiment’s badges and mottos, offering insight into the traditions that shaped its identity. For anyone interested in military heritage, the book provides a clear, factual portrait of duty, sacrifice and the proud legacy that inspired generations of soldiers.