Publisher's Synopsis
""The Sixty-Sixth Berkshire Regiment: A Brief History Of Its Services At Home And Abroad, From 1758 To 1881"" is a historical account written by John Percy Groves in 1887. The book provides a detailed overview of the regiment's activities and achievements from its inception in 1758 to the year 1881. The regiment was a part of the British Army and was involved in various campaigns and battles both in the United Kingdom and overseas. The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a particular period in the regiment's history. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of the regiment's role in the American War of Independence, the Napoleonic Wars, and the Indian Mutiny. The book also includes descriptions of the regiment's activities in Ireland, Gibraltar, and Malta, as well as its involvement in the Crimean War.The author has used various primary sources to write this book, including official records, letters, and diaries of the soldiers who served in the regiment. Additionally, the book contains illustrations, maps, and photographs that provide a visual representation of the regiment's activities and its soldiers.Overall, ""The Sixty-Sixth Berkshire Regiment: A Brief History Of Its Services At Home And Abroad, From 1758 To 1881"" is an informative and engaging historical account of one of the most distinguished regiments in the British Army. The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in military history, as well as those who want to learn more about the role of the British Army in various wars and conflicts throughout history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.