MURLAND (Major H.F., 64th Pioneers) Records of the IV Madras Pioneers . 1759-1903. This first edition masterpiece, published in 1922 by Higginbothams in Bangalore, is a treasure trove of knowledge. The 64th Pioneers traces its origins to 1758 as the 5th Battalion Coast Sepoys. Over the years, the regiment went through several name changes until it became the 64th Pioneers.