The Chasseur D'Afrique, And The Brig And The Lugger is a book written by Hugh Mulleneux Walmsley in 1873. The book is a historical account of the French Chasseur D'Afrique, a light cavalry regiment that was formed in 1831 and played a significant role in the French conquest of Algeria. The book also covers the adventures of two British ships, the brig and the lugger, during the Napoleonic Wars.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the history of the Chasseur D'Afrique. Walmsley provides a detailed account of the regiment's formation, its organization, and its role in the French conquest of Algeria. He also describes the Chasseur D'Afrique's participation in various battles and campaigns, including the Battle of Isly and the Siege of Zaatcha.The second part of the book covers the adventures of the British brig and lugger during the Napoleonic Wars. Walmsley provides a vivid description of the dangers and challenges faced by these ships as they navigated through enemy waters. He also recounts the bravery and heroism of the sailors who served on these ships.Overall, The Chasseur D'Afrique, And The Brig And The Lugger is a fascinating historical account of two very different military units and their contributions to the history of warfare. The book is well-researched, and Walmsley's writing is engaging and informative. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or naval warfare.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.