Recollections of Rifleman Harris - Softcover

Harris, Benjamin; Curling, Henry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1023487160 ISBN 13: 9781023487160

Publisher: Anson Street Press, 2025

Synopsis

Experience the Napoleonic Wars through the eyes of a common soldier. "Recollections of Rifleman Harris, old 95th, with anecdotes of his officers and his comrades" offers a rare and personal account of life in the British Army during the Peninsular War. Benjamin Harris, a rifleman in the famed 95th Regiment, vividly recounts his experiences on the front lines.

This firsthand narrative provides invaluable insight into the daily realities of military life, revealing the hardships, camaraderie, and battles that shaped the era. From skirmishes to major engagements, Harris's recollections bring to life the challenges faced by British soldiers during this pivotal period of European history. A unique primary source for students of military history and anyone interested in the Napoleonic Wars, this book offers an authentic glimpse into the past through the eyes of a rifleman.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1023487160
• ISBN 13: 9781023487160
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 84