An Old Highland Fencible Corps: The History of the Reay Fencible Highland Regiment of Foot, or Mackay's Highlanders, 1794-1802, With an Account of Its ... the Rebellion of 1798 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

I. H. Mackay Scobie

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331873117 ISBN 13: 9780331873115

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

Synopsis

Explore the detailed history of Mackay’s Highlanders and the Reay Fencibles, from their 1794 beginnings to their Ireland service in 1798.

This richly researched volume draws on regimental order books and firsthand records to bring to light the daily life, discipline, and notable actions of a famed Highland regiment.

The narrative follows a long, documented arc from its formation to its campaigns, offering a clear view of the people, places, and battles that shaped the unit. It combines thorough research with accessible storytelling, making use of maps, portraits, and carefully prepared illustrations to illuminate the regiment’s story.

• Detailed history rooted in primary regimental records
• Accounts of service in Ireland during the 1798 rebellion
• Maps, portraits, and period illustrations to enhance understanding
• Context on Highland regiments and their place in late 18th‑century warfare

Ideal for readers of military history and those curious about Highland regiments and their legacy in Britain’s armed forces.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331873117
• ISBN 13: 9780331873115
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 513