Historical record of the Seventeenth Regiment of Light Dragoons;—Lancers / Containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1759 and of its subsequent services to 1841.

Name: Historical record of the Seventeenth Regiment of Light Dragoons;—Lancers / Containing an account of the formation of the regiment in 1759 and of its subsequent services to 1841.
Author: Richard Cannon

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A detailed regimental history tracing formation in 1759 through service to 1841, recounting deployments, battles, sieges, and campaigns; documenting casualties, honors, captured colors and trophies; recording biographies of colonels and notable officers; describing badges, devices, and reasons for distinctions; including official and general orders and administrative directives; illustrated with plates and organized chronologically as a reference intended to foster esprit de corps, and to convey the hardships, achievements, and official recognitions that shaped the corps' identity.

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Richard Cannon

Richard Cannon was a British military historian known for his extensive works documenting the histories of various regiments of the British Army. His notable contributions include detailed accounts of the formation and service records of regiments such as the Royal Irish Regiment of Foot and the Northumberland Fusiliers. Cannon's writings, characterized by their thorough research and historical significance, provide valuable insights into military history from the late 17th century through the mid-19th century. His works serve as important resources for understanding the evolution of military units and their roles in British history.