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Recruiting poster for the 7th Regiment of Light Dragoons
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Recruiting poster for the 7th Regiment of Light Dragoons
Recruiting poster for the 7th (or The Queen?s Own) Regiment of (Light Dragoons), 1809.The 7th (or The Queen?s Own) Regiment of (Light Dragoons) had served in Sir John Moore?s Spanish campaign of 1808-1809. His army was forced to retreat and was evacuated by sea from Corunna in Jan 1809. The regiment suffered heavy casualties in the campaign and 70 more men were lost when the troopship taking them home was shipwrecked off the Cornish coast. On its return to England the regiment began recruiting to replace the losses. Date: 1809
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1808 1809 Campaign Corunna Dragoons Evacuated Forced Moores Queens Recruiting Regiment Retreat Served
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This recruiting poster dates back to 1809, calling for new volunteers to join the esteemed 7th (or The Queen's Own) Regiment of Light Dragoons. The regiment had recently returned to England after serving in Sir John Moore's Spanish campaign of 1808-1809. Moore's army was forced to retreat and was evacuated by sea from Corunna in January 1809, leaving behind many casualties. Tragically, an additional 70 men were lost when the troopship carrying them home was shipwrecked off the Cornish coast. In response to these heavy losses, the regiment began recruiting to replenish its ranks. This poster, with its bold imagery and enticing promises of adventure and honor, would have been displayed in public areas to attract potential recruits. The 7th (or The Queen's Own) Regiment of Light Dragoons had a proud history and this call to arms would have resonated with those seeking to serve their country and make a difference in the world.
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