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J. Kincaid

J. Kincaid

Sir John Kincaid was a British Army officer and memoirist known for his first-hand accounts of the Peninsular War and the Battle of Waterloo.

Lived
1787–1862
Nationality
British
Language
English

Sir John Kincaid (1787–1862) was a British Army officer who served in the 95th Regiment, famously known as the Rifle Brigade. He achieved lasting recognition not only for his military service but also for his written work, which provided a detailed, first-hand account of his experiences during some of the most significant campaigns of the Napoleonic era.\n\nThroughout his service, Kincaid operated under the command of the Duke of Wellington. His written recollections focus extensively on his time in the Peninsular War as well as his participation in the historic Battle of Waterloo. These memoirs offer a valuable personal perspective on the life and duties of a British officer during this tumultuous period of European history.