
A Voice from Waterloo: A History of the Battle Fought on the 18th June, 1815, written by Sergeant-Major Edward Cotton and first published in 1852, provides a detailed account of the Battle of Waterloo from a soldier's perspective. Cotton, who served as an orderly during the battle, combines personal observations with historical analysis to correct misconceptions and present factual information about the events leading up to and during the battle. His unique position as a battlefield guide for over fourteen years allows him to offer insights that are both informative and engaging, making this work a significant contribution to the literature on Waterloo.