Historical Record of the Seventy-Fourth Regiment, Highlanders, 1787-1850

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Focusing on a Childers Reform amalgamated Regiment, this book details its active service in the late 18th century, highlighting engagements in India and significant battles during the Peninsular War, such as Bussaco, Fuentes de Oñoro, and the sieges of Ciudad Rodrigo and Badajoz. The narrative follows the regiment's pursuit of the French army into France, culminating in action at the Battle of the Pyrenees, providing a comprehensive look at its military history and contributions.