Historical Record of the Sixty-first, or the South Gloucestershire Regiment of Foot

This volume offers a meticulously compiled chronicle of a storied British infantry regiment, drawn from official General Orders and the Adjutant‑General’s directives of 1836. It traces the unit’s origins, the stations it occupied, and the campaigns that defined its reputation, presenting each episode with the precise detail of official records.

Readers will find vivid accounts of battles, sieges, and other operations, alongside exhaustive lists of officers and soldiers who fell, were wounded, or earned distinction. The work also catalogs the colours, trophies, badges, and honours bestowed upon the regiment, illustrating how individual gallantry fed the collective legacy. Structured with clear tables and footnotes, the record serves both as a scholarly resource and a tribute to the enduring spirit of those who served.