Publisher's Synopsis
Historical Records Of The Maltese Corps Of The British Army (1897) is a comprehensive account of the military history of the Maltese Corps in the British Army. Written by Alexander George Chesney, a British army officer who served in Malta, the book covers the period from the establishment of the corps in 1800 to its disbandment in 1895.The book begins with a brief history of Malta, providing context for the establishment of the Maltese Corps. It then goes on to describe the formation of the corps, its organization, and the role it played in various military campaigns, including the Napoleonic Wars, the Crimean War, and the Indian Mutiny.The book includes detailed accounts of the battles and engagements in which the Maltese Corps fought, as well as profiles of the officers and soldiers who served in the corps. It also provides information on the training and equipment of the corps, as well as its relationship with the local Maltese population.Historical Records Of The Maltese Corps Of The British Army (1897) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the British Army, the history of Malta, or the role of colonial troops in the British Empire. It is also a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the men who served in the Maltese Corps and the challenges they faced as soldiers in a foreign land.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.