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The CD-ROM's in this section contain thousands of digital images from many regiments taken from books, Regimental Journals, Newspapers, etc... Spanning the period between the 1685 when King James II, wishing to put down the Duke of Monmouth rebellion, formed six new regiments of cavalry and Infantry and the Gulf War of 1992. The 1801 Naval and Military Journal also contains articles about various regiments and their activities.

The above image shows various uniforms from between 1750 and 1879 and originates from A Short History of the Royal Sussex Regiment (35th Foot-107th Foot) 1701-1926 CD-ROM.

Berkshire and the War is a unique record of a county's contribution to the First World War. Compiled between 1915 and 1919 it includes photographs and articles first published in the Reading Standard as well as retrospective accounts written especially for this publication. Around 9000 men are recorded, mainly from the Royal Berkshire Regiment and the Berkshire Yeomanry. However, men from Berkshire served in almost every unit of the British military and so almost all the regiments and corps of the army are represented as are units of the Royal Marines and ships of the Royal Navy. The contribution of civilians to the war effort is not ignored. There are images of civic functions in aid of the war effort, details of nurses and hospitals and of the ambulance services, and summaries of their achievements during the war. The original publication was not indexed. This series of five CD-ROM's is indexed by name, regiment and place. It is an essential source of information for family and military historians and for those who want to study the conflict with an emphasis on Berkshire. Each CD-ROM contains an index of all five volumes in the series.

The above image is the cover of the Transport Section, 1/4th Battalion, Royal Berkshire Regiment.

RGBW Salisbury Museum Archive Series Volume 2 General Dilkes's report of 1772 is a statistical review of the 2nd Regiment of Horse, the 14th Regiment of Dragoons and the 9th,14th, 28th, 44th, 45th 46th, 48th, 49th and 62nd regiments of Foot. This amazing document not only lists the country of origin of each serving officer but also details his Rank, length of service and age. It shows statistical lists of the heights of the serving men and details of the clothing worn. The "Horse Furniture & Accoutrements" are also listed along with a report by the General on the general condition and state of readiness of the regiment. An invaluable source of historical information on these regiments.

ISBN1903129559 List price: £9.95

This CD reproduces the now out of print book by Michael Mann, which details the activities of the regiment from its formation over 300 years ago to the Gulf war of 1992. The regimental roots were begun in 1685 when King James II, wishing to put down the Duke of Monmouth rebellion, formed six new regiments of cavalry & infantry, the former including the "Queen's Regiment of Horse". Details of the personnel and the campaigns they fought throughout the world are given in detail, with maps, paintings and photographs. Written with great scholarship and detail, this CD is a tribute to a regiment that prides itself on being "First & Foremost"

ISBN190312946X List price: £11.95

Originally produced in 1927, this brief history of the Royal Sussex Regiment was compiled for the purpose of placing before young soldiers, the glorious history of the Royal Sussex Regiment. From the raising in Belfast of the 35th Regiment of Foot in 1701 by the 3rd Earl of Donnegal, to the Great War and beyond, numerous details of historic events are included, along with details of the Regimental Colours, Badges, and Uniforms.

ISBN190312983X List price: £9.95

Of great use to historians and genealogists alike, this CD-ROM lists Portsmouth residents and their roll in The First World War. Over seven thousand residents are listed, with a brief history of their service and their contribution to the war. As well as people serving in the Armed Forces, Special War Workers are also listed such as people employed in the Dockyard. The following is the first entry; “Abbey. A., Private, 8th Norfolk Regiment. He volunteered in October 1914, and in the following year was sent to France, and was in actionat Albert. In 1916 he was transferred to Egypt, and thence to Palestine and was engaged in transport duties. Later he returned to France where he took part in the Retreat and Advance of 1918. He was demobilised in March 1918, and holds the 1914-15 Star, and the General Service and Victory Medals. 27 Henrietta Street, Southsea.”

RGBW Salisbury Museum Archive Series Volume 1 This CD gives a fascinating insight into military life almost two hundred years ago. The duty of officers and men, corporal punishment, servants, precise instructions on cleaning the firelock, beats, calls or sounds for the different duties, barrack, mess and school regulations, are included along with the discouragement of marriage. "Marriage must be discouraged as much as possible, and before any application is made to the Commanding Officer for his consent, every reference must be made by the Officer commanding the company to which the man belongs, as to the character of the female, with respect to her honesty, good conduct, and ability to support herself."

ISBN1903129532 List price: £9.95