Historical Record of the Thirty-sixth, or the Herefordshire Regiment of Foot: containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1701, and of its subsequent services to 1852

This volume brings together the official record of a celebrated British regiment from its inception in 1701 through the mid‑nineteenth century. Compiled under the direction of the Adjutant‑General, it follows the government’s directive to chronicle each unit’s origins, stations, and the campaigns that defined its early reputation. The introductory sections set the stage with the regiment’s founding purpose and its early deployments across the British Isles and abroad.

The heart of the work details the battles, sieges, and military operations in which the regiment took part, highlighting notable achievements, captured colours, and trophies. It also lists officers and enlisted men who were wounded, killed, or honoured for gallantry, providing a clear picture of the human cost and the accolades earned. Readers will encounter the evolution of the regiment’s badges and devices, each explained in the context of the deeds that earned them.

Beyond a simple roster, the book offers insight into the daily hardships, climate challenges, and the steadfast spirit that sustained the soldiers through peace and war alike.