The Historical Record of the Forty-sixth or South Devon Regiment of Foot by Richard Cannon is an important document containing a detailed account of the formation of the regiment in 1741 and its service until 1851. In this book, the author tells in detail about the important events and battles in which the regiment took part, paying due attention to individual actions and heroism of the soldiers. Cannon reveals not only the events of the war, but also the everyday life of the regiment, which gives a unique overview of the military history of the time. This book is a valuable resource for history researchers and anyone interested in the military events of the 18th and 19th centuries.