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100 1 _aWatson, Frederick,
_d1885-1935
245 1 4 _aThe Story of the Highland Regiments
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2018-09-13
508 _aE-text prepared by Brian Coe, David King, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
520 _a"The Story of the Highland Regiments" by Frederick Watson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book delves into the rich history and contributions of the Highland regiments of Scotland, tracing their valor and experiences over nearly two hundred years of military service. Watson sets the tone by promising a narrative that goes beyond mere history, highlighting themes of heroism, loyalty, and the spirit of adventure that characterized these regiments. At the start of the narrative, Watson lays the groundwork for understanding the clans' significance in Scottish history, particularly in military contexts, mentioning their loyalty during the Jacobite rebellions and the formation of the Black Watch. He emphasizes the Highlanders' martial ethos, their transition from clan warriors to disciplined soldiers serving the British Crown. The introduction frames the Highland regiments not only as military units but as emblematic of a broader Scottish identity infused with pride, sacrifice, and a deep connection to their homeland. This sets the stage for the detailed campaigns and battles that the Highlanders would later participate in, promising an engaging exploration of both individual exploits and collective struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGreat Britain. Army
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/57897
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