Sir John Henry Cooke

2 books

Sir John Henry Cooke was a British military officer known for his detailed accounts of military campaigns during the Napoleonic Wars. His notable work, "Memoirs of the Late War," is a two-volume collection that includes his personal narrative as a captain in the 43rd Regiment Light Infantry, alongside historical accounts of the campaigns in Portugal in 1809 and Holland in 1814. Cooke's writings provide valuable insights into the experiences of soldiers during this tumultuous period, reflecting both the challenges of warfare and the personal stories of those involved.

Books by This Author

2 titles

Memoirs of the Late War, Vol 1 (of 2) / Comprising the Personal Narrative of Captain Cooke, of the 43rd Regiment Light Infantry; the History of the Campaign of 1809 in Portugal, by the Earl of Munster; and a Narrative of the Campaign of 1814 in Holland, by Lieut. T. W. D. Moodie, H. P. 21st Fusileers Sir John Henry Cooke

Memoirs of the Late War, Vol 2 (of 2) / Comprising the Personal Narrative of Captain Cooke, of the 43rd Regiment Light Infantry; the History of the Campaign of 1809 in Portugal, by the Earl of Munster; and a Narrative of the Campaign of 1814 in Holland, by Lieut. T. W. D. Moodie, H. P. 21st Fusileers Sir John Henry Cooke