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Memoirs of a Sergeant in the 43rd Light Infantry in the Peninsular War
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In this anonymously published memoir, the experiences of a “light-bob”, or light infantryman, are recounted in a readable and exciting account. The Author reveals himself to be a proud Irishman who joined the 43rd in time to join the expedition to Denmark, before embarking on more serious skirmishing and heavy fighting in the Peninsular. First during Sir John Moore’s retreat to Coruña and then as part of the famed Light Division under General Craufurd. His view of the actions on the Coa, Masséna's invasion of Portugal, the battle of Fuentes d'Oñoro, the siege of Ciudad Rodrigo follow before his wounds at the storming of Badajoz force his retirement.
The author gives an excellent account of the day-to-day life as an N.C.O. in the light infantry, tactics and experience recounted in detail, along with the impact on the Portuguese and Spanish civilians that he encounters.
An enjoyable Peninsular read.
Author — Anon
Text taken, whole and complete, from the edition published in 1835, London, by John Mason.
Original Page Count – 278 pages.
The author gives an excellent account of the day-to-day life as an N.C.O. in the light infantry, tactics and experience recounted in detail, along with the impact on the Portuguese and Spanish civilians that he encounters.
An enjoyable Peninsular read.
Author — Anon
Text taken, whole and complete, from the edition published in 1835, London, by John Mason.
Original Page Count – 278 pages.
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Further particulars respecting the armament destined against Denmark—Narrow escape from drowning while at anchor near the Isle of Zealand—Landing of the forces, and commencement of offensive operations—Formidable defence projected by the Danes—Smart fighting both by sea and land—Defeat of the enemy, and bombardment of the capital—Gallant behaviour and patriotism of the Danes—Description of the city and environs—Ruinous effects of the siege visible; several buildings being destroyed, and others on fire—To avert the impending destruction hostilities were suspended, on condition that the fleet, with all the naval stores, be surrendered to the British—These severe terms agreed to—Return to England with the prizes—Fine discipline of the English army, and no excesses committed—Dangerous passage home, and singular deliverance from shipwreck—Landed at Yarmouth—A little moral
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