Historical Record of the Thirteenth Regiment of Light Dragoons by Richard Cannon

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Historical Record of the Thirteenth Regiment of Light Dragoons by Richard Cannon

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By Karen Klein Posted on Mar 10, 2026

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Authors: Cannon, Richard, 1779-1865 Published By : Cannon, Richard, 1779-1865

Book Language: English

"Historical Record of the Thirteenth Regiment of Light Dragoons" by Richard Cannon is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The text provides a detailed and chronological overview of the formation and subsequent military service of the Thirteenth Regiment of Light Dragoons from its inception in 1715 up until 1842. This work discus...

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the Napoleonic Wars. The opening of the account begins with a context-setting general order issued on January 1, 1836, which outlines the intention to document the achievements of British regiments to honor their bravery and inspire future soldiers. Following this introduction, a preface highlights the importance of preserving military history for the motivation of current and future soldiers, detailing how the Thirteenth Regiment was established amidst domestic threats to Great Britain and recounting its early operations, including engagements during the Jacobite risings. The narrative illustrates the regiment's evolution and its prominent role in significant historical events, paving the way for a comprehensive understanding of its storied legacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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This digital edition is based on a public domain text. It is available for public use and education.

Jennifer Garcia

2 months ago

It took me a while to process the complex ideas here, but the bibliography and references suggest a high level of research and authority. The price-to-value ratio here is simply unbeatable.

Jennifer Davis

6 months ago

I took detailed notes while reading through the chapters and the cross-referencing of different chapters makes it a great study tool. If you want to master this topic, start right here.

Sarah White

1 year ago

Before I started my latest project, I read this and the cross-referencing of different chapters makes it a great study tool. Finally, a source that prioritizes accuracy over hype.

Donald Williams

8 months ago

While browsing through various academic sources, the inclusion of diverse viewpoints strengthens the overall narrative. This has become my go-to guide for this specific topic.

Paul Taylor

7 months ago

I found the author's tone to be very professional yet accessible, the level of detail in the second half of the book is truly impressive. Thanks for making such a high-quality version available.