Publisher's Synopsis
""Journal of a Soldier of the 71st, or Glasgow Regiment, Highland Light Infantry: From 1806 to 1815"" is a memoir written by Thomas Pococke, detailing his experiences as a soldier in the British Army during the Napoleonic Wars. Pococke served in the 71st Regiment, also known as the Highland Light Infantry, and saw action in several campaigns, including the Peninsular War and the Battle of Waterloo. The book provides a firsthand account of life as a soldier during this turbulent period in European history, including descriptions of battles, marches, and daily life in the army. Pococke also writes about his interactions with other soldiers, officers, and civilians, giving readers a glimpse into the social dynamics of the time. The book was originally published in 1819 and remains a valuable historical document for scholars and enthusiasts of military history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections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.
