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The First of Foot

The First of Foot

the history of The Royal Scots (The Royal Regiment)
HistoryMilitary History
Pages
504
Published
1961
Language
English

Synopsis

This comprehensive history chronicles the Royal Scots regiment, known as 'The First of Foot,' through its distinguished service. The book details their experiences and contributions, particularly focusing on their pivotal role during World War II. It offers a detailed account of the regiment's legacy and the soldiers who served.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeReflectiveIntellectual
SurvivalSacrifice

Genres

History Military History World War II

About the author

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Augustus Muir

Augustus Muir (full name Charles Augustus Carlow Muir [1892-1982]) graduated from the University of Edinburgh and followed a career in letters, working as a novelist, historian, biographer, journalist, and editor. Following World War I, he became the editor of the World newspaper. He wrote a biography of Charles White, the anecdotal Scotland's Road of Romance: Travels in the Footsteps of Prince Charlie (1934), and several histories of industrial firms. In 1953, he edited *How to Choose and E...