When this series was first published in 2009, Dorian Bond selected some of the most famous regiments of the British Army to explore across three volumes. It became clear that every regiment of the army had exploits of merit and famous moments worthy of inclusion. Now, with all regiments included, he presents a newly arranged series.
In Volume Two, Bond covers line infantry regiments from the 29th to the highest numbered, 135th, regiment, as well as the new Royal Tank, Parachute and Special Air Service regiments, providing a timely reminder of their past glories. Featured are their battle honours, their badges, their most famous sons and the stories of the actions of Victoria Cross holders. Each regiment's section is accompanied by artwork and photographs that illustrate insignia, uniforms and soldiers in action. In concise and accessible text, Bond reveals the history of these unique bodies of men: why were the men of the East Surrey Regiment known as the 'Young Buffs'? And did you know that a princess wrote 'The Royal Windsor' quick march for the 29th of Foot, later the Worcestershire Regiment?
Covering action wherever the regiments found it across the world, in Flanders, Ireland, America, South Africa, the West Indies, Crimea, Burma, Germany and Korea, Famous Regiments of the British Army tells the stories of some of the most famous battles in history, from Ramillies to Talavera, Waterloo to Arnhem, and the role these regiments played.