Historical Record of the Fifteenth or the Yorkshire East Riding Regiment of Foot Containing an Account of the Formation of the Regiment in 1685 and of Its Subsequent Services to 1848

The Historical Record of the Fifteenth or the Yorkshire East Riding Regiment of Foot by Richard Cannon provides a detailed account of the regiment’s formation structure and military service from 1685 to 1848. As part of a broader effort to document the history of British Army regiments this volume records the unit’s involvement in key conflicts offering insights into its leadership organization and evolution over time.The book covers the regiment’s early engagements including its participation in the War of the Spanish Succession and later in the Napoleonic Wars. It describes the various battles in which the regiment played a significant role highlighting acts of valor strategic contributions and the hardships endured by its soldiers. The narrative also explores the regiment’s deployments notable commanders and the honors it received. Cannon’s meticulous documentation serves as a valuable resource for military historians and those interested in the history of British regiments.