{"product_id":"tom-wedgwood-at-waterloo-the-life-of-thomas-josiah-wedgwood-who-fought-at-waterloo","title":"Tom Wedgwood at Waterloo: The Life of Thomas Josiah Wedgwood who Fought at Waterloo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eTom Josiah Wedgwood was the grandson of Josiah Wedgwood and the son of John Wedgwood and Louisa Jane (Jenny) Allen. He was a professional soldier, gazetted Ensign in the 3rd Foot Guards at sixteen, and was sent to fight at Waterloo and took part in the crucial defense of Hougoumont. He was promoted to Captain in 1820 and participated in a 'peace-keeping operation in Portugal. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 160 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 01 April 2019\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Unicorn Publishing Group\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThomas 'Tom Josiah Wedgwood (1797–1860) was the grandson of the renowned English potter and entrepreneur Josiah Wedgwood and the son of John Wedgwood and Louisa Jane (Jenny) Allen. Tom embarked on a remarkable military career, starting as a professional soldier at the age of sixteen. Within less than eighteen months, he found himself on the battlefield at Waterloo, where he played a pivotal role in the defense of Hougoumont. His bravery and dedication were recognized, and he was promoted to Captain in 1820. Subsequently, he participated in a relatively neglected 'peacekeeping operation' in Portugal from 1827 to 1828.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn 1830, Tom's military career reached new heights when he was promoted to Lieutenant Colonel. He continued to serve in the army until 1837, demonstrating his commitment to duty and service. After his military career, Tom settled in Tenby, where he became a respected and beloved citizen. A memorial fountain in his honor still stands in Tenby, serving as a testament to his legacy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTom's personal writings, including letters from the Waterloo campaign and a detailed journal he kept during his time in Portugal, provide a rich and intimate glimpse into his life and experiences. These documents, many of which were previously unpublished, form the core of this book, offering a unique perspective on the events and circumstances of his time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTom Josiah Wedgwood's life and military career are a testament to his dedication, bravery, and commitment to service. His legacy continues to inspire and captivate readers, reminding us of the sacrifices made by individuals in the pursuit of a better world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 600g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 243 x 165 x 17 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781911604952                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antony Wedgwood","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44105724395770,"sku":"9781911604952","price":14.25,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/5dea59e775f06a7004ae548bb6073a44.jpg?v=1624843671","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/tom-wedgwood-at-waterloo-the-life-of-thomas-josiah-wedgwood-who-fought-at-waterloo","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}