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The Argyll And Sutherland Highlanders: A Concise History
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The Argyll And Sutherland Highlanders Is One Of The Bestknown Regiments In The British Army. In A Previous Incarnation As The 93Rd Highlanders, Its Soldiers Were Famed For Being The Thin Red Line That Repulsed The Russian Heavy Cavalry At The Battle Of Balaklava During The Crimean War. When The Regiment Was Ordered To Disband In 1968 As Part Of Wideranging Defense Cuts, A Popular Save The Argylls Campaign Was Successful In Keeping The Regiment In Being. In 2006, It Became The 5Th Battalion Of The New Royal Regiment Of Scotland. Formed By Two Earlier Regiments, The Argylls Have A Stirring History Of Service To The British Crown. They Served All Over The Empire, Taking Part In The Indian Mutiny And The Boer War, And Fought In Both World Wars. In The Postwar Period The Argylls Captured The Public Imagination In 1967 When They Reoccupied The Crater District Of Aden Following A Period Of Riots. Recruiting Mainly From The West Of Scotland, The Regiment Has A Unique Character And Throughout Its History Has Retained A Fierce Regimental Pride Which Is Summed Up By Its Motto: Sans Peur, Meaning Without Fear. The Argyll And Sutherland Highlanders Puts Its Story Into The Context Of British Military History And Makes Use Of Personal Testimony To Reveal The Life Of The Regiment.
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- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders: A Concise History'? A: The book was published on September 4, 2008.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Trevor Royle.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in good condition.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book has a hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 239 pages.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This is the first edition of the book.
- Q: What is the main focus of the book? A: The book provides a concise history of The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders, detailing its military service and historical significance.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in British military history? A: Yes, the book is well-suited for readers interested in British military history and the specific contributions of The Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders.
- Q: Does the book include personal testimonies? A: Yes, the book makes use of personal testimonies to reveal the life and experiences of the regiment.
- Q: What is the main historical event discussed in the book? A: The book discusses key events in the regiment's history, including their role in the Crimean War and participation in both World Wars.