Hi Bernard,
Currently rewatching the Sharpe TV series, good television based on exceptional books.
Sharpe uncovers that the South Essex recruits, steals the pay of the recruits, then sells them on to other regiments. Crimping.
I would love to know more about this, but it seems difficult to find information about this happening in the British army? Could you point me in the direction of more details. I’ve honestly looked and can’t find anything. Hence, ask the author!
Also, I’m from Bangor, Ulster. Did you ever visit when you lived here?
Craig