An Historical Record of the 71st Highland Light Infantry from its formation in 1777 as the 73rd, or MacLeod's Highlanders, to 1876, by Henry John Thoroton Hildyard is an important source for the study of Scottish military history. The book preserves a detailed description of the battles, campaigns and everyday life of the soldiers who served as part of the Church of the High-footed Infantrymen. The author reveals the key events that influenced the formation and development of the regiment during almost a century of its existence. Through documentary materials and analysis of combat operations, the reader can better understand the essence of military service and the contribution of the 71st Regiment to the history of Great Britain.