William Leeke (1797–1879) was a British Army officer and clergyman, known for his published reminiscences of the Waterloo Campaign, which form a primary source for many modern histories of the campaign.
Read more about William Leeke: Early Life, Military Experience, University Studies and Work For The Church of England, Family, The History of Lord Seaton's Regiment, Published Works
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