Oxfordshire Militia: Sketch of the History of the Regiment (1869)

The Oxfordshire Militia: Sketch of the History of the Regiment is a historical book written by John Winston and published in 1869. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the Oxfordshire Militia, a military unit that was formed in the 18th century to defend the county against potential invasions. The book covers the period from the formation of the regiment in the 1700s to its disbandment in the mid-19th century.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific period in the regiment's history. The author provides detailed accounts of the regiment's involvement in various conflicts, including the Napoleonic Wars and the Crimean War. He also describes the daily life of the soldiers and their training, as well as the organization and structure of the regiment.In addition to the historical accounts, the book includes illustrations and maps that help readers visualize the events and locations described in the text. The author also provides a list of the officers who served in the regiment, as well as a bibliography of sources used in the research.Overall, the Oxfordshire Militia: Sketch of the History of the Regiment is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of military units in England, as well as for those interested in the social and cultural history of the 18th and 19th centuries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.