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Delve into the storied past of a distinguished British infantry unit, tracing its humble origins in 1685 through decades of service that shaped the empire’s military legacy. The narrative walks listeners through early deployments, the regiment’s evolution under a succession of notable colonels, and its pivotal roles in campaigns that spanned from the Caribbean islands of Martinique and Guadeloupe to the battlefields of Europe.
Richly illustrated with period plates, the record details the colors, badges, and honors earned on the field, while preserving the personal stories of bravery that earned commendations and royal gratitude. Presented with the clarity of an official army chronicle, this account offers a vivid portrait of regimental life, duty, and the enduring spirit that defined the soldiers of the Yorkshire East Riding’s fifteenth foot.
Full title
Historical Record of the Fifteenth, or, the Yorkshire East Riding, Regiment of Foot Containing an Account of the Formation of the Regiment in 1685, and of Its Subsequent Services to 1848
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (179K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Brian Coe, John Campbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2017-07-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1779–1865
Best known for compiling detailed regimental histories, this British military writer helped preserve the stories of many Army units in the 19th century. His work remains a useful starting point for readers interested in British military history and tradition.
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by Richard Cannon
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by Richard Cannon
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