Chapter II: Part 2

In the Indian Mutiny five Victoria Crosses were won by the regiment.

(_Depot_, Woolwich.)

"Peninsula," "Punniar," "Sobraon," "Chillianwallah," "Goojerat,"
"Punjaub," "Delhi, 1857," "Lucknow," "Charasiah," "Kabul, 1879,"
"Kandahar, 1880," "Afghanistan, 1878-80," "Modder River," "Relief
of Kimberley," "Paardeberg," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Facings_, Scarlet.

_Head-dress_, Lance cap of black leather, with the upper part and
top of blue cloth; black and white plume.

_Forage cap_, Blue, with scarlet band.

Linked Regiment, 21st (Empress of India's) Lancers.

Special arm badge for Sergeants, Queen Adelaide's Cypher and Crown.

The Officers wear a gold instead of a silver pouch.

9th (Queen's Royal) LANCERS

The regiment was originally raised in 1697, and re-embodied in 1715. They were known as "Wynne's Dragoons," and received their title in 1830 in honour of Queen Adelaide. Soon after its formation the regiment served continuously in Ireland for 86 years. It has seen much service in India. It particularly distinguished itself in the first Sikh War at Sobraon, and in the second Sikh War at Chillianwallah and Goojerat. At the siege of Delhi the natives called them "The Delhi Spearmen," from the good use they made of their long lances against the rebels. During the Afghan War it took part in Lord Roberts's march to Kandahar. At one period in its history the troopers wore crimson overalls.

(_Depot_, Scarborough.)

"Warburg," "Peninsula," "Waterloo," "Sevastopol," "Ali Masjid,"
"Afghanistan, 1878-79," "Egypt, 1884," "Relief of Kimberley,"
"Paardeberg," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Busby with black and white plume and scarlet
busby-bag.

_Forage cap_, Red.

Linked Regiment, 18th (Queen Mary's Own) Hussars.

In Levee Dress the officers wear pantaloons of scarlet cloth.

Special arm badge for Sergeants, Prince of Wales's Plume.

In Review Order the saddlery of the officers' chargers is
ornamented with cowrie shells.

10th (Prince of Wales's Own Royal) HUSSARS

Originally raised in 1697, and in 1783, was known as the "Prince of Wales's Light Dragoons." In 1793 the Prince of Wales (afterwards George IV) was appointed "Commandant," and in 1796 "Colonel" of the regiment. In 1811 the title "Royal" was conferred on it.

The regiment performed good service during the Peninsular War, and at Waterloo. It was one of the regiments summoned from India during the Crimean War. Dressed in plain clothes, the officers and men were sent up the Red Sea and taken across the desert to Alexandria, thence to the seat of war.

Nicknames: "Baker's Light Bobs;" "The Chainy 10th," from the pattern of the pouch belt.

(_Depot_, Dublin.)

The Sphinx superscribed "Egypt."

"Warburg," "Beaumont," "Willems," "Salamanca," "Peninsula,"
"Waterloo," "Bhurtpore," "Alma," "Balaklava," "Inkerman,"
"Sevastopol."

Motto: "_Treu und Fest_" (True and Steadfast).

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Overalls_, Crimson.

_Head-dress_, Busby with crimson and white plume, and crimson busby
bag. Band, grey fur busbies.

_Horse plume_, Black and white.

_Forage cap_, Crimson.

Linked Regiment, 13th Hussars.

Special arm badge for Sergeants, Crest and Motto of the late Prince
Consort.

11th (Prince Albert's Own) HUSSARS

Raised in 1697, and afterwards disbanded. Raised again in 1715 and later received the title of the "Prince Albert's Own," because it formed Prince Albert's escort, from Dover to Canterbury, on his arrival in England in 1840, to be married to Queen Victoria. The regiment was present at the Alma and at Inkerman, and was one of the five regiments which, under the leadership of Lord Cardigan, its former Colonel, rode "into the jaws of death," at Balaklava. One of the regiment, Trooper Hope, also rode in the charge of the Heavy Brigade on the same occasion. He did so without permission and started without arms.

Nicknames: "The Cherry Pickers," also "The Cherubims," from its crimson overalls, being the only regiment in the British Army entitled to wear overalls of that colour. Also known as "Lord Cardigan's Bloodhounds."

(_Depot_, Woolwich.)

The Sphinx superscribed "Egypt."

"Peninsula," "Waterloo," "South Africa, 1851-2-3." "Sevastopol,"
"Central India," "Relief of Kimberley," "Paardeberg," "South
Africa, 1899-1902."

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Facings_, Scarlet.

_Head-dress_, Lance Cap, black leather, with upper part and top of
scarlet cloth; scarlet plume.

_Forage cap_, Scarlet.

Allied Regiment, 12th Manitoba Dragoons of Canada.

Linked Regiment, 5th (Royal Irish) Lancers.

Special arm badge for Sergeants, Prince of Wales's Plume.

It has been the custom in this regiment for the band to play five
hymns every evening at tattoo. One version of the legend is that
it was a punishment for breaking into a monastery during the
Peninsular War, the punishment to last a hundred years. Another
version is that these hymns were presented to the officers by Pope
Pius VI for the band to play. Whoever originated the custom we can
all sympathise with the unfortunate bandsmen who have to carry out
the bequest.

12th (Prince of Wales's Royal) LANCERS

The regiment was raised in 1715, and served uninterruptedly in Ireland for 76 years. It won high reputation during the Peninsular War. It subsequently fought gallantly at Quatre Bras and at Waterloo. It was one of the regiments summoned from India to the Crimea, proceeding there by way of the Red Sea and across the desert to Alexandria. It subsequently returned to India and bore a distinguished part in the operations in Central India under Sir Hugh Rose during the Mutiny.

Nicknamed the "Supple Twelfth" at Salamanca, from its dash and rapidity of movement, in action.

(_Depot_, Dublin.)

"Albuhera," "Vittoria," "Orthes," "Toulouse," "Peninsula,"
"Waterloo," "Alma," "Balaklava," "Inkerman," "Sevastopol," "Relief
of Ladysmith," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

Motto: _Viret in Æternum_ (It flourishes for ever).

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Collars_, Buff.

_Head-dress_, Busby, with white plume and buff busby bag.

_Forage cap_, White, with blue band.

_Horse plume_, White.

Linked Regiment, 11th (Prince Albert's Own) Hussars.

The "Honours" are worn on the Officers' shoulder belt.

13th HUSSARS

Raised in 1715 as "Munden's Dragoons"; was known as the "Green Dragoons" from its facings; and in the Peninsular War nicknamed the "Ragged Brigade" for its inability to keep a trim appearance owing to its hard and severe work during 32 actions, in which it lost 276 men and over 1,000 horses. It fought gallantly at Waterloo. It was present throughout the Crimean War, and was engaged at the Alma and at Inkerman. It was one of the regiments of the Light Brigade in the famous Balaklava charge, and afterwards served before Sevastopol.

Known as "The Lilywhites," on account of its white collars on tunics and white stripes down overalls. Also known as "The Evergreens," from the old green facings and motto; and "The Geraniums," from the smart dress of the officers and men.

(_Depot_, Scarborough.)

The Royal Crest within the Garter.

"Douro," "Talavera," "Fuentes d'Onor," "Salamanca," "Vittoria,"
"Pyrenees," "Orthes," "Peninsula," "Punjaub," "Chillianwallah,"
"Goojerat," "Persia," "Central India," "Relief of Ladysmith,"
"South Africa, 1900-02."

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Busby, with white plume and yellow busby bag.

_Forage cap_, Red.

Linked Regiment, 20th Hussars.

14th (King's) HUSSARS

Originally raised in 1697 and disbanded. Again raised in 1715. It fought with distinction through the whole of the Peninsular War from first to last, and was engaged times without number. In the pursuit after the battle of Vittoria, the 14th came up with Joseph Buonaparte's carriage, from which he had but just escaped, leaving behind him a celebrated but indescribable silver trophy called The Emperor's Chambermaid, still widely renowned throughout the service. This is the corps of Charles O'Malley's choice, and mustered in its ranks the ever memorable Micky Free. In 1848 the regiment charged vastly superior numbers of the Sikh army at the battle of Ramnuggar, losing their Brigadier, their Colonel, and 40 officers and men, and have since been known as the Ramnuggar Boys--the anniversary of that battle being still observed as a great day in the regiment. It fought in Persia in 1857, and was particularly distinguished in Central India.

Nicknamed "The Emperor's Chambermaids."

(_Depot_, Bristol.)

The Crest of England within the Garter.

"Emsdorff," "Villers-en-Cauchies," "Willems," "Egmont-op-Zee,"
"Sahagun," "Vittoria," "Peninsula," "Waterloo," "Afghanistan,
1878-80."

Motto: _Merebimur_ (We will deserve).

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Busby with scarlet plume and busby bag.

_Forage cap_, Scarlet.

_Horse plume_, Scarlet.

Allied Regiment, 15th Light Horse of Canada, Calgary, Alberta.

Linked Regiment, 19th (Queen Alexandra's Own Royal) Hussars.

The officers wear crossed flags, pointing downwards, on the leopard
skin.

Special arm badge for Sergeants, Royal Crest.

15th (The King's) HUSSARS

The 15th Hussars was the first regiment of Light Dragoons raised for permanent service in 1759 by Colonel Eliott, the gallant defender of Gibraltar, afterwards Lord Heathfield. It was named after him "Eliott's Light Horse." In 1767 the regiment was made "Royal" as a reward for its services in Germany, and in 1768 styled the "King's Light Dragoons." Its present title it received in 1806.

This regiment was authorized to bear on its helmets the following inscription: "Five battalions of Foot defeated and taken by this regiment, with their colours, and nine pieces of cannon, at Emsdorff, 16th July, 1760." In 1794, the 15th, at Villiers-en-Cauchies, charged enormously superior numbers of all arms. It succeeded in its object at a terrible sacrifice. In 1799, the troopers had given them the honour of decking their helmets with scarlet feathers.

Nicknamed "The Fighting Fifteenth."

(_Depot_, Woolwich.)

The Cypher of Queen Charlotte within the Garter.

"Beaumont," "Willems," "Talavera," "Fuentes d'Onor," "Salamanca,"
"Vittoria," "Nive," "Peninsula," "Waterloo," "Bhurtpore," "Ghuznee,
1839," "Affghanistan, 1839," "Maharajpore," "Aliwal," "Sobraon,"
"Relief of Kimberley," "Paardeberg," "South Africa, 1900-02."

Motto: _Aut cursu, aut cominus armis_ (Either in the charge, or
hand to hand).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Lance cap of black leather with upper part and top of
dark blue cloth; black plume.

_Forage cap_, Scarlet, with blue band.

Allied Regiment, 16th Light Horse of Canada, Regina, Saskatchewan.

Linked Regiment, 17th (Duke of Cambridge's Own) Lancers.

16th (The Queen's) LANCERS

The regiment was raised in 1759. It served with distinction throughout the Peninsular War, from Talavera to Toulouse, during the greater part of which time it was attached to the Light Division. Subsequently, it fought at Quatre Bras and at Waterloo, where it lost heavily. It was the first Lancer regiment to serve in India, and the first British Lancers to use the lance in action. During a tour of service in India extending over a quarter of a century it won great fame on many fields. At the battle of Aliwal (where Sir Harry Smith, with a force of 12,000 men with 32 guns, defeated 19,000 Sikhs with 68 guns) it specially distinguished itself.

The 16th Lancers, being the only Lancer corps wearing the scarlet tunic, received the sobriquet of the "Scarlet Lancers."

(_Depot_, Woolwich.)

Death's Head "_Or Glory_."

"Alma," "Balaklava," "Inkerman," "Sevastopol," "Central India,"
"South Africa, 1879, 1900-02."

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Facings_, White.

_Head-dress_, Lance cap of black leather with white cloth top,
white plume.

_Forage cap_, Blue, with white band.

Linked Regiment, 16th (The Queen's) Lancers.

Special arm badge for Sergeants, Death's Head.

17th (Duke of Cambridge's Own) LANCERS

The regiment was raised in 1759 and in 1876 received its present title of "17th (Duke of Cambridge's Own) Lancers." It was present throughout the Crimean War and fought at the Alma, Inkerman and Balaklava, where it was one of the five regiments that took part in the famous charge of the Light Brigade. It also fought in the Indian Mutiny.

Popularly known as the "Death or Glory Boys," and "Skull and Crossbones," from the circumstance that its Colonel (Hole) chose its crest of a "death's head" and its motto "_or glory_," as he wished all to remember General Wolfe, with whom he happened to serve in the year on which his regiment was first raised in Scotland by Lord Aberdour. Another nickname given them was that of "Bingham's Dandies," the uniform being of scarlet with white facings and overalls and black plume. The late Earl of Lucan, when Lord Bingham, was Lieutenant-Colonel of the corps, which was in his time remarkable for the well-fitting uniforms both of the officers and men belonging to it.

(_Depot_, Scarborough.)

"Peninsula," "Waterloo," "Defence of Ladysmith," "South Africa,
1899-1902."

Motto: _Pro Rege, pro Lege, pro Patria conamur_ (We strive for
King, for Law, for Country).

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Busby with scarlet and white plume and blue busby bag.

_Forage cap_, Red.

Linked Regiment, 10th (Prince of Wales's Own Royal) Hussars.

Special arm badge for Sergeants, Q.M.O. Monogram.

The silver trumpets used by the regiment were provided out of
proceeds of the sale of the captured horses at Waterloo.

18th (Queen Mary's Own) HUSSARS

Originally raised in 1759 by the Marquis of Drogheda, and disbanded in 1821, after brilliant service in the Peninsular War and at Waterloo. The regiment served in the Maroon War and at San Domingo, 1759-60, and lost so heavily from war and disease that it returned to England under the command of the regimental surgeon. At one time the Duke of Wellington served in the regiment, in command of a troop, before being transferred to the 33rd Foot as a field officer. The present regiment was raised at Leeds in 1858, and was permitted to revive the honours, "Peninsula" and "Waterloo," borne by the old regiment. It wore Lincoln green busby bags and plumes, and scarlet pouches and sabretaches. Its present title was conferred in 1910.

(_Depot_, Bristol.)

The Elephant, superscribed "Assaye."

"Mysore," "Seringapatam," "Niagara," "Tel-el-Kebir," "Egypt,
1882-84," "Abu Klea," "Nile, 1884-85," "Defence of Ladysmith,"
"South Africa, 1899-1902."

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Busby with white plume and busby bag.

_Forage cap_, Red.

_Horse plume_, White.

Linked Regiment, 15th (The King's) Hussars.

Special arm badge for Sergeants, an Elephant.

Queen Alexandra's crest is used as a collar badge. In 1914 Her
Majesty presented the regiment with a pair of beautiful kettle drum
banners.

19th (Queen Alexandra's Own Royal) HUSSARS

Originally raised in 1759 as the 19th Light Dragoons, and converted into Hussars in 1807. The present regiment was formed in 1860 out of the late Hon. East India Company's Bengal European Cavalry. It was subsequently permitted to assume the honours of the old 19th Dragoons (Lancers): "Assaye" and "Niagara." It fought with distinction during the Egyptian War, 1882, Suakin, 1884, and in the Nile Expedition. Sir John French commenced his military career with the regiment.

Nicknamed the "Dumpies," from the circumstance of the men, originally taken over from the East India Company's 1st Bengal European Cavalry, being of diminutive size. The Indian history of the regiment is full of interest, for much hard service was seen and a good deal of heavy fighting, especially at Assaye, where, for its distinguished conduct, the badge of the Elephant was awarded.

(_Depot_, Scarborough.)

"Vimiera," "Peninsula," "Suakin, 1885," "South Africa, 1901-02."

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Busby with yellow plume and crimson busby bag.

_Horse plume_, Yellow.

_Forage cap_, Red.

Linked Regiment, 14th (King's) Hussars.

20th HUSSARS

The Regiment was originally raised in Ireland in 1789 from the "Light Troop" of the 6th (Inniskilling) Dragoons, and wore a scarlet uniform, the facings being at first yellow and afterwards black. It is a curious fact that a detachment of the regiment under Sir Robert Wilson was present with the Russian Army in their operations against Napoleon in his famous capture of and return from Moscow in 1812 and in the subsequent campaign in Germany. The present regiment was raised in 1861 by volunteers from the late Hon. East India Company's 2nd Bengal European Light Cavalry. It was subsequently permitted to assume the honours of the old 20th Light Dragoons: "Vimiera" and "Peninsula." Part of the regiment was employed in the Suakin Expedition, 1885, and subsequently did good service with the Egyptian Frontier Force in 1885-6.

Nicknamed the "X's."

(_Depot_, Woolwich.)

"Khartoum."

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Facings_, French grey.

_Head-dress_, Lance cap of black leather with upper part and top of
french grey cloth, white plume.

_Forage cap_, Blue, with french grey band.

Linked Regiment, 9th (Queen's Royal) Lancers.

Special arm badge for Sergeants, Imperial Cypher and Crown.

21st (Empress of India's) LANCERS

Four British Cavalry regiments have in succession been numbered the 21st; the original regiment having been raised in 1760 as the 21st Light Dragoons, by the famous Marquis of Granby. It was disbanded in 1763, re-raised in 1779, and again disbanded. In 1794 it again appeared, and saw a great deal of service abroad, and served in St. Helena when Napoleon was imprisoned there. The uniform first was scarlet, and later blue, with pink facings, which was afterwards changed to black velvet.

Raised in 1858 as the 3rd Bengal European Cavalry. In 1862 it was transferred to the British establishment, and until 1897 was known as the 21st Hussars. In that year the title was changed to 21st Lancers, and in 1898, in recognition of its brilliant services at the battle of Omdurman, its present Royal title was conferred upon it.

Nickname: "The Grey Lancers."

Mottoes: _Ubique_ (Everywhere).
_Quo Fas et Gloria ducunt_ (Where Duty and Glory lead.)

_Head-dress_, Busby with white plume and scarlet busby bag. The
R.A. Mounted Band wear scarlet plumes.

_Forage cap_, Blue with scarlet band.

_Regimental March_: "British Grenadiers."

The R.H.A. take precedence next the Household Cavalry, but when on
parade with their guns take the right of the line.

ROYAL HORSE ARTILLERY

Although the Royal Regiment of Artillery dates back to the reign of King Henry VIII, the Horse Artillery was first organised in 1793. In 1794 the splendid service rendered by the Horse Batteries at Vaux led the Duke of York to direct it to march past the whole of the allied armies at a special parade. The famous Chestnut Troop (now "A" Battery) did equally good service in North Holland in 1799, and the famous Rocket Troop was raised for special service in Flanders. The Royal Horse Artillery have won fame on many hard fought battlefields, notably at Fuentes d'Onor, in the Peninsular War, where Norman Ramsay charged with his battery (now "I" Battery) through the enemy's cavalry; and in South Africa and France where "Q" Battery and "L" Battery won many Victoria Crosses.

Nicknames: "The Right of the Line," "The Galloping Gunners," and "The Four-wheeled Hussars."

Mottoes: _Ubique_ (Everywhere).
_Quo Fas et Gloria ducunt_ (Where Duty and Glory lead).

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Facings_, Scarlet.

_Girdle_, Red and Blue.

_Head-dress_, Helmet with brass ball on top.

_Forage cap_, Blue with scarlet band.

_Regimental March_, "British Grenadiers."

_Cap badge_, A gun with motto.

_Collar badge_, A grenade.

ROYAL FIELD ARTILLERY

The Royal Regiment of Artillery, as it is now known, was formed in 1716, when two companies were permanently established at Woolwich, but, prior to that, artillery formed part of the King's Armies as early as the 15th century. The history of the Artillery is really the history of the British Army, for very seldom indeed has there been an action fought by British troops without some representatives of the Royal Regiment being present. The guns are looked upon as the standards of the regiment, and in the old days one of the guns was known as the colour gun, which was usually the heaviest piece in the field. All ranks are animated with the most intense bravery and devotion, which has been demonstrated on many fields, and won for the regiment many distinctions. The Great War on the Continent has added greatly to the reputation of the regiment.

Nicknamed "The Gunners."

Mottoes: _Ubique_ (Everywhere).
_Quo Fas et Gloria ducunt_ (Where Duty and Glory lead).

_Uniform_, Blue.

_Facings_, Scarlet.

_Belt_, White.

_Head-dress_, Helmet with brass ball on top.

_Forage cap_, Blue with scarlet band.

_Regimental March_, "British Grenadiers."

_Cap badge_, A gun with motto.

_Collar badge_, A grenade.

ROYAL GARRISON ARTILLERY

The Garrison, or Heavy Gunners can be considered as the direct descendants of the ancient British Artillery, which was originally formed for siege or defence purposes. The more mobile Field and Horse Artillery was not formed till very many years later. The records of the Garrison Artillery show they have won glory in all parts of the world. The gallantry displayed during the two years defence of Gibraltar is among their most cherished traditions, and for distinguished conduct at the reduction of Martinique, No. 11 Company received as a mark of honour a battle axe, which was directed to be carried by the tallest gunner at the head of the battery when on parade. The splendid achievements of the Heavy Artillery in the great war with Germany has added materially to the reputation of the regiment for gallantry and valour.

Nicknamed the "Heavy Gunners."

Mottoes: _Ubique_ (Everywhere).
_Quo Fas et Gloria ducunt_ (Where Duty and Glory lead).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue velvet.

_Head-dress_, Helmet with brass spike on top.

_Forage cap_, Blue.

Field Officers when attending Court or Levees wear the cocked hat.

_Regimental March_, "British Grenadiers."

The band wear a bearskin cap in full dress.

CORPS OF ROYAL ENGINEERS

The Corps can trace its history back as a distinct organization to 1717, but Engineers or artificers were known before that. In 1722 the Corps was known as "The Soldier Artificier Corps," and later as "The Corps of Military Artificers." In 1788, under Master-General the Duke of Richmond, the Officers were constituted "The Corps of Royal Engineers," the other ranks being "The Royal Line Artificers." The title of "The Royal Sappers and Miners" replaced them in 1813, and for their distinguished service in the Crimea all ranks were united under the title of "The Corps of Royal Engineers." Of the services, individual and collective, of the Corps during its history it would be impossible to treat in detail, for they have served with distinction in every battle and in all parts of the Empire, and have a glorious history of unusual valour.

Nicknames: "The Sappers"; "The Mudlarks"; "The Measurers"; and "The Mounted Bricklayers."

(_Regimental Headquarters_, Buckingham Gate, S.W.)

"Tangier, 1680," "Namur, 1695," "Gibraltar, 1704-5," "Blenheim,"
"Ramillies," "Oudenarde," "Malplaquet," "Dettingen," "Lincelles,"
"Egmont-op-Zee," "Corunna," "Barrosa," "Nive," "Peninsula,"
"Waterloo," "Alma," "Inkerman," "Sevastopol," "Tel-el-Kebir,"
"Egypt, 1882," "Suakin, 1885," "Khartoum," "Modder River," "South
Africa, 1899-1902."

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Bearskin cap with white plume worn on left side.

_Forage cap_, Blue with scarlet band.

_Regimental March_, "British Grenadiers."

Buttons on the tunic are placed at equal distance apart.

GRENADIER GUARDS

The Grenadier Guards were raised in the year 1657, when the loyal English who shared King Charles's exile were formed into six regiments, the first of which was called the "Royal Regiment of Guards."

For the first seventy years of its existence it saw much and varied service, and won fame on many fields, and also served on board the fleet. During the Peninsular War its good order and steady discipline were conspicuous. Its conduct at Waterloo is a matter of history, and its heroic bearing during the Crimean War is well known.

The title of "Grenadiers" was given to the first Regiment of Foot Guards in 1815, in recognition of their having defeated the French Grenadier Guards at Waterloo.

The Grenadier Guards have the nicknames of the "Sand-bags," the "Coalheavers," and "Old Eyes," and the 3rd Battalion "The Bill Browns."

(_Regimental Headquarters_, Buckingham Gate, S.W.)

"Tangier, 1680," "Namur, 1695," "Gibraltar, 1704-5," "Oudenarde,"
"Malplaquet," "Dettingen," "Lincelles," "Talavera," "Barrosa,"
"Fuentes d'Onor," "Nive," "Peninsula," "Waterloo," "Alma,"
"Inkerman," "Sevastopol," "Tel-el-Kebir," "Egypt, 1882," "Suakin,
1885," "Modder River," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

Motto: _Nulli Secundus_ (Second to none).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Bearskin cap with red plume on right side.

_Forage cap_, Blue, with white band.

_Regimental March_, "Milanello."

Buttons on the Tunic are placed in twos.

COLDSTREAM GUARDS

The Coldstream Guards was originally formed from Sir A. Hesselrig's and Colonel Fenwick's Regiments of Foot, and obtained its title from Monck's celebrated march from Coldstream in January, 1660, to restore King Charles II. The regiment was also known as the "Nulli Secundus Club," and "The Coldstreamers." This is the only regiment of the Parliamentary Army that was not disbanded at the Restoration in 1660. Under Marlborough it shared in the great victories of Oudenarde and Malplaquet, and at many sieges and encounters down to the peace of 1713. It took part in most of the great battles of the Peninsular War. At Waterloo it was posted on the ridge above Hougoumont, and to it fell the honour of defending the Chateau of Hougoumont--the key of the British position--throughout that memorable day, and nobly was that duty performed. During the Crimean War the regiment fought splendidly, as it has on every subsequent occasion, and has worthily upheld its motto of _Nulli Secundus_.

(_Regimental Headquarters_: Buckingham Gate, S.W.)

"Namur, 1695," "Dettingen," "Lincelles," "Talavera," "Barrosa,"
"Fuentes d'Onor," "Nive," "Peninsula," "Waterloo," "Alma,"
"Inkerman," "Sevastopol," "Tel-el-Kebir," "Egypt, 1882," "Suakin,
1885," "Modder River," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

Motto: _Nemo me impune lacessit_ (No one provokes me with impunity).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Bearskin cap.

_Forage cap_, Blue, diced border.

_Regimental March_, "Highland Laddie."

Buttons on the tunic are placed in threes.

SCOTS GUARDS

The origin of this distinguished corps is uncertain, the regimental papers having been destroyed by fire in 1841; but it was raised about 1639, and was originally called by the same name it now bears, which, however, had been for a long time in disuse, and was only in 1877 restored to the corps by the late Queen Victoria. Previously it had been styled "The Scots Fusilier Guards" and the "3rd Foot Guards." Throughout its long career it has ever been distinguished for its valour and discipline. At Namur it advanced without firing a shot, but exposed to the murderous fire of the enemy from the ramparts, close up to the palisades, when they poured in their volleys and put the enemy to confusion. It distinguished itself at Lincelles for its coolness, steady fire and gallant bayonet charge. During the Peninsular War it was constantly engaged, and there and at subsequent battles not only upheld the traditions of the regiment, but gained a reputation no troops could surpass.

Nicknamed "The Jocks."

(_Regimental Headquarters_, Buckingham Gate, S.W.)

Motto: _Quis separabit?_ (Who shall separate?)

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Bearskin cap with blue plume on right side.

_Forage cap_, Blue, with green band.

_Regimental March_, "St. Patrick's Day."

The Buttons on the Tunic are placed in fours.

IRISH GUARDS

Raised in 1900 by the late Queen Victoria to commemorate the bravery of the Irish Regiments in the South African War. All ranks have worthily upheld the high traditions of the Brigade of Guards in their first campaign, being distinguished for conspicuous bravery in many of the frequent actions against the overwhelming German forces in France and Belgium. Many decorations have been won, among them being the Victoria Cross awarded to Sergeant Michael O'Leary whose great bravery has been widely extolled among the Allies.

Nicknamed "Bob's Own," from the fact that the late Lord Roberts was the first Colonel of the regiment.

(_Regimental Headquarters_, Buckingham Gate, S.W.)

Motto: _Cymru am Byth_ (Wales for Ever!)

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Bearskin cap with white, green, and white plume.

_Badge_, The Leek. The Red Dragon of Wales is emblazoned on the
King's Colour.

_Regimental March_, "Men of Harlech."

Buttons on tunics are placed in sets of five.

WELSH GUARDS

This regiment was raised in London in 1915 by the Royal Warrant of King George V, during the progress of the War with Germany, and the first Battalion of 1,100 of all ranks, under Lieut.-Col. W. Murray Threipland, was quickly completed, a second Battalion being then authorised. Major-General Sir Francis Lloyd was the first Colonel of the regiment, and Col. Lord Harlech, who commenced his military career in the Coldstream Guards, was appointed to command the regiment and the regimental district. His Majesty in authorising the raising of the regiment directed that the leading company of the 1st Battalion should be denominated "The Prince of Wales's Company," in the same way as the leading company of the 1st Grenadier Guards is known as the "King's Company."

(_Depot_, Glencorse.)

(_Record Office_, Hamilton.)

The Sphinx, superscribed "Egypt."

"Tangier, 1680," "Namur, 1695," "Blenheim," "Ramillies,"
"Oudenarde," "Malplaquet," "Louisburg," "Havannah,"
"Egmont-op-Zee," "St. Lucia, 1803," "Corunna," "Busaco,"
"Salamanca," "Vittoria," "St. Sebastian," "Nive," "Niagara,"
"Peninsula," "Waterloo," "Nagpore," "Maheidpoor," "Ava," "Alma,"
"Inkerman," "Sevastopol," "Taku Forts," "Pekin, 1860," "South
Africa, 1899-1902."

Motto: _Nemo me impune lacessit_ (No one provokes me with impunity).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Kilmarnock bonnet, with plume.

_Cap_, Glengarry, with scarlet, white and green diced border.

_Regimental March_, "Dumbarton's Drums."

Only the pipers wear the kilt of Royal Stewart tartan. The regiment
wears the doublet, and trews of Hunting Stewart tartan.

THE ROYAL SCOTS

The Royal Scots have the proud distinction of being the oldest regiment in the British Army, dating its present existence from 1633. It was organised by Sir John Hepburn, and on his death 37 years later the command was given to Lord James Douglas and became known as "Douglas's Regiment." Nobly has it sustained its reputation, and in every quarter of the globe, the roll of "Dumbarton's Drums" has been heard.

"Pontius Pilate's Bodyguard" is the extraordinary nickname given to the regiment. This was on account of a dispute between the regiment (then the "Regiment de Douglas," or "Douglas Ecossais") when in the French service, and the Picardy Regiment, as to the antiquity of the two corps. The Picardy Regiment laid claim to having been on duty on the night after the Crucifixion. To this the 1st Foot wittily rejoined: "Had we been on duty, we should not have slept at our post."

(_Depot_, Guildford.)

(_Record Office_, Hounslow.)

A Naval Crown, superscribed "1st June, 1794."
The Sphinx, superscribed "Egypt."

"Tangier, 1662-80," "Namur, 1695," "Vimiera," "Corunna,"
"Salamanca," "Vittoria," "Pyrenees," "Nivelle," "Toulouse,"
"Peninsula," "Ghuznee, 1839," "Khelat," "Affghanistan, 1839,"
"South Africa, 1851-2-3," "Taku Forts," "Pekin, 1860," "Burma,
1885-87," "Tirah," "Relief of Ladysmith," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

Mottoes: _Pristinæ virtutis memor_ (Mindful of its ancient valour).
_Vel exuviæ triumphant_ (Even the remnant triumph).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue, with scarlet band.

_Regimental March_, "We'll gang nae mair."

The Regiment has a third Colour, carried on State occasions.

THE QUEEN'S (Royal West Surrey Regiment)

The regiment is the oldest English infantry unit, having been raised in 1661 by the Earl of Peterborough. Nicknamed "Kirke's Lambs," from its Colonel and badge in 1682. Was raised to garrison Tangier, and received then the badge of the "Paschal Lamb," the crest of the House of Braganza. Was known when raised as the "1st Tangerines." The title "Royal" and motto, _Pristinæ virtutis memor_, was conferred for its brilliant conduct at Tongres in 1685, where for 28 hours it gallantly maintained itself against 40,000 of the enemy, and by its heroism saved the rest of the army from being taken by surprise.

A detachment was on board the "Birkenhead" when that transport was wrecked, and in order to allow the women and children to be saved, stood firm in their ranks on the deck of the doomed ship, until the waves swallowed all but the deathless glory of their deed.

(_Depot_, Canterbury.)

(_Record Office_, Hounslow.)

"Blenheim," "Ramillies," "Oudenarde," "Malplaquet," "Dettingen,"
"Guadaloupe, 1759," "Douro," "Talavera," "Albuhera," "Vittoria,"
"Pyrenees," "Nivelle," "Nive," "Orthes," "Toulouse," "Peninsula,"
"Punniar," "Sevastopol," "Taku Forts," "South Africa, 1879,"
"Chitral," "Relief of Kimberley," "Paardeberg," "South Africa,
1900-02."

Motto: _Veteri frondescit honore_ (May it flourish by its ancient
honors).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Buff.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue.

_Regimental March_, "The Buffs."

Allied Regiment, 2nd Queen's Own Rifles of Canada, Toronto.

THE BUFFS (East Kent Regiment)

The 3rd Foot (The Buffs) was so called first in 1708. Its previous title was "The Holland Regiment," having been in the Dutch Service from the time of Queen Elizabeth. It was raised in 1572 to the number of 3000 men by London Guilds, when the Dutch were in revolt against Spain. To this circumstance, the regiment owes the time-honoured privilege it enjoys of marching through the City of London with drums beating and colours flying without let or hindrance, the custom being derived from the privileges of the Train Bands of Elizabethan days. It was nicknamed the "Buff Howards" from the colour of its facings and Colonel's name, 1737 to 1749; also the "Old Buffs," to distinguish it from the 31st Regiment, which was the "Young Buffs." Other nicknames given were "The Nutcrackers," on account of its prowess in cracking the heads of the enemy, and "The Resurrectionists," which was obtained at Albuhera where the regiment was dispersed by the Polish Lancers, and reappeared shortly after.

(_Depot_, Lancaster.)

(_Record Office_, Preston.)

"Namur, 1695," "Gibraltar, 1704-5," "Guadaloupe, 1759," "St.
Lucia, 1778," "Corunna," "Badajoz," "Salamanca," "Vittoria," "St.
Sebastian," "Nive," "Peninsula," "Bladensburg," "Waterloo," "Alma,"
"Inkerman," "Sevastopol," "Abyssinia," "South Africa, 1879,"
"Relief of Ladysmith," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue with scarlet band.

_Regimental March_, "Corn rigs are bonnie."

THE KING'S OWN (Royal Lancaster Regiment)

The regiment was raised in 1680 by the Earl of Plymouth. It gained great distinction at the siege of Namur, 1695, and while serving as Marines in 1704 it shared in the capture of Gibraltar. It has fought with distinction in all parts of the world, and has ever acquitted itself with credit to England and glory to itself. It was one of the few British regiments to make the famous desert march across Abyssinia, to the capture of Magdala. It also fought in the Zulu War and was one of the devoted battalions to climb and capture Spion Kop, holding that awful position throughout a day of dire disaster with unflinching courage.

Nicknames: The "Lions," from its ancient badge, the Lion of England, given to it by the Prince of Orange, the regiment being the first to join his Standard after landing at Torbay in 1688. "Barrell's Blues," from William Barrell, Colonel of the regiment in 1740, and its facings. The title of "The King's Own" was conferred by George I in 1715.

(_Depot_, Newcastle-on-Tyne.)

(_Record Office_, York.)

"Wilhelmstahl," "St. Lucia, 1778," "Roliça," "Vimiera," "Corunna,"
"Busaco," "Ciudad Rodrigo," "Badajoz," "Salamanca," "Vittoria,"
"Nivelle," "Orthes," "Toulouse," "Peninsula," "Lucknow,"
"Afghanistan, 1878-80," "Khartoum," "Modder River," "South Africa,
1899-1902."

Motto: _Quo fata vocant_ (Whither the fates call).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Gosling green.

_Head-dress_, Racoon-skin cap.

_Plume_, Scarlet, with white base, worn on left side.

_Cap_, Blue.

_Regimental March_, "British Grenadiers."

A third Colour is carried on ceremonial occasions by the drummers
to commemorate the capture of a colour at Wilhelmstahl.

THE NORTHUMBERLAND FUSILIERS

Raised in 1674 the regiment was in 1764 nicknamed the "Shiners" from its smart and clean appearance; and whilst in the Peninsula was called the "Old and Bold," "The Fighting Fifth," and also "Lord Wellington's Bodyguard." It formed part of a small force which beat off an overwhelming body of the enemy at El Boden in 1811, a performance which Wellington notified to the Army as "a memorable example of what can be done by steadiness, discipline, and confidence." A custom, which has long prevailed in this regiment, is for all ranks to wear roses in their caps on St. George's Day. Among the "men" who have served in the ranks was Phœbe Hassell, the famous female soldier, afterwards pensioned by George IV, and to whose memory there is a stone in the churchyard at Hove, Brighton.

(_Depot_, Warwick.)

(_Record Office_, Warwick.)

"Namur, 1695," "Martinique, 1794," "Roliça," "Vimiera," "Corunna,"
"Vittoria," "Pyrenees," "Nivelle," "Orthes," "Peninsula,"
"Niagara," "South Africa, 1846-7, 1851-2-3," "Atbara," "Khartoum,"
"South Africa, 1899-1902."

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue with scarlet band.

_Regimental March_, "Warwickshire Lads."

The regiment is one of the very few bearing a battle honour won in
Canada, that of "Niagara."

THE ROYAL WARWICKSHIRE REGIMENT

The regiment has a very ancient history, having existed for some time before being brought on the British establishment in 1688. It fought at Namur in 1695, and in 1707 was one of the regiments cut up at the fierce battle of Almanza. It won much distinction at the battle of Saragossa, and Colonel Harrison, who then commanded, was, as a mark of honour to the regiment, sent home with thirty standards, taken that day, to lay before the Sovereign. Tradition has it that one was the standard belonging to a Moorish Regiment in the Spanish pay, bearing an Antelope, and that that badge was forthwith conferred on the regiment. It won great fame during the Peninsular War. In the action at Echalar, 2nd August, 1813, its conduct was described by Wellington as "the most gallant and the finest thing he had ever witnessed." The title "Royal" was conferred in 1832.

It was nicknamed "Guise's Geese," also "The Warwickshire Lads," and "The Saucy Sixth."

(_Depot_, Hounslow.)

(_Record Office_, Hounslow.)

"Namur, 1695," "Martinique, 1809," "Talavera," "Busaco,"
"Albuhera," "Badajoz," "Salamanca," "Vittoria," "Pyrenees,"
"Orthes," "Toulouse," "Peninsula," "Alma," "Inkerman,"
"Sevastopol," "Kandahar, 1880," "Afghanistan, 1879-80," "Relief of
Ladysmith," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Racoon-skin cap, with white plume on right side.

_Cap_, Blue, with scarlet band.

_Regimental March_, "British Grenadiers."

Until after the Crimean War there were no 2nd Lieutenants or
Ensigns in this regiment. The regiment has the privilege of
marching through the City of London with fixed bayonets, drums
beating, and colours flying.

THE ROYAL FUSILIERS (City of London Regiment)

Raised in 1685. In the Peninsular War it took a glorious part, and no troops hazarded their lives more freely for their country's cause, than the Royal Fusiliers. At Talavera they met the storm of war with unshaken firmness, and captured seven of the enemy's guns, but the undying lustre of the glory they won at Albuhera, almost overshadows their other gallant exploits at this time. They had marched from Badajos at 2 a.m. the same day, and the night march of 20 miles, followed by the supreme effort which regained the lost heights of Albuhera, must rank as an unsurpassed feat of arms. During the Crimean War the conduct of the Royal Fusiliers won further glory.

It was once known as "The Hanoverian White Horse," and also as the "Elegant Extracts" from the fact that the officers were selected from other corps.

(_Depot_, Seaforth.)

(_Record Office_, Preston.)

The Sphinx, superscribed "Egypt."

"Blenheim," "Ramillies," "Oudenarde," "Malplaquet," "Dettingen,"
"Martinique, 1809," "Niagara," "Delhi, 1857," "Lucknow," "Peiwar
Kotal," "Afghanistan, 1878-80," "Burma, 1885-87," "Defence of
Ladysmith," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

Motto: _Nec aspera terrent_ (Nor do difficulties deter).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue with red band.

_Regimental March_, "Here's to the maiden of bashful fifteen."

Allied Regiment, 8th Australian Infantry Regiment.

THE KING'S (LIVERPOOL REGIMENT)

Raised in 1685. It gained considerable reputation during Marlborough's campaign when it was known as the "Queen's," but on George I's accession it became "The King's," a proud title which it still keeps and by which it is known. It fought at Dettingen in 1743, memorable as being the last battle in which a British King led his army in person. It was stationed at Jullundur on the outbreak of the Indian Mutiny. A detachment of the regiment performed an important service by securing the fort and magazine at Phillour. They marched from Jullundur to Delhi, in fourteen days, and with bayonet and rifle helped to clear the city of the mutineers. They took part in the relief of Agra, where they defeated 8,000 mutineers and captured all their guns. They then proceeded to the relief of Lucknow and took part in other operations.

Nickname: "The Leather Hats."

(_Depot_, Norwich.)

(_Record Office_, Warley.)

"Havannah," "Martinique, 1794," "Roliça," "Vimiera," "Corunna,"
"Busaco," "Salamanca," "Vittoria," "St. Sebastian," "Nive,"
"Peninsula," "Cabool, 1842," "Moodkee," "Ferozeshah," "Sobraon,"
"Sevastopol," "Kabul, 1879," "Afghanistan, 1879-80," "Paardeberg,"
"South Africa, 1900-02."

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Yellow.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue.

_Regimental March_, "Rule Britannia."

Allied Regiment: 9th Australian Infantry Regiment.

THE NORFOLK REGIMENT

Formed in 1695. The "Figure of Britannia" was awarded as a regimental badge to commemorate its heroic struggle against overwhelming numbers at the battle of Almanza. It won much glory during the Peninsular War. At Roleia it bore the brunt of the enemy's attack, and at Corunna, where the gallant Sir John Moore met a soldier's death, to the regiment fell the melancholy honour of placing him in a soldier's grave. In the Afghan War of 1842, and in the Sikh War of 1845 its bravery was conspicuous. At Ferozeshah the Sikhs had 100 guns, which they served with great effect, repulsing the first attack; but the Ninth restored the day, bayoneting the Sikhs at their guns, and driving the enemy before them.

Nicknames: "The Holy Boys," a name given them by the Spanish during the Peninsular War, from the fact that they wore the figure of Britannia on their cross-belts, which the Spaniards took to represent the Virgin Mary; also "The Fighting Ninth," and "The Norfolk Howards."

(_Depot_, Lincoln.)

(_Record Office_, Lichfield.)

The Sphinx, superscribed "Egypt."

"Blenheim," "Ramillies," "Oudenarde," "Malplaquet," "Peninsula,"
"Sobraon," "Mooltan," "Goojerat," "Punjaub," "Lucknow," "Atbara,"
"Khartoum," "Paardeberg," "South Africa, 1900-02."

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, White.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue.

_Regimental March_, "The Lincolnshire Poacher."

When first raised was the only blue coated infantry regiment.

Allied Regiment: 19th "Lincoln" Regiment of Canada.

THE LINCOLNSHIRE REGIMENT

Formed from an Independent Company in 1685. It fought with distinction during Marlborough's campaign. Of its conduct in the Sikh War the Brigadier said, "The glorious conduct of the regiment at Sobraon is beyond any praise I could give--it was the corner stone of the victory."

During the Indian Mutiny it assisted to save Benares and Dinapore from the Sepoys and to bring the final rescue to the heroic defenders of Lucknow. The regiment took part in the famous march on Khartoum and in the battle of Atbara and Omdurman which broke the power of the Mahdi and placed Soudan under British control. It was also in the South African War, and again added to its fine reputation.

It was (with the 62nd) nicknamed "The Springers," during the American War, from their readiness for action. "The Poachers" in allusion to the famous old ballad, which is played as the Regimental March.

(_Depot_, Exeter.)

(_Record Office_, Exeter.)

"Dettingen," "Salamanca," "Pyrenees," "Nivelle," "Nive," "Orthes,"
"Toulouse," "Peninsula," "Afghanistan, 1879-80," "Tirah," "Defence
of Ladysmith," "Relief of Ladysmith," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

Motto: _Semper Fidelis_ (Ever faithful).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Lincoln Green.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue.

_Regimental March_, "We've lived and loved together."

The Regimental March owes its origin to a circumstance prior to
the Battle of Salamanca. The 11th found itself marching in close
proximity to a French regiment. As no order to attack was given,
the officers on either side saluted by lowering their swords, and
at parting the British bandsmen struck up, out of compliment to
their adversaries, the tune in question.

THE DEVONSHIRE REGIMENT

Formed in 1685. It displayed splendid bravery but was cut to pieces at Almanza in 1707. During the Peninsular War it gained great distinction. At Salamanca, the fierce character of the struggle may be gathered from the fact that only four officers and sixty-seven men of the regiment could be mustered at the close of the action, to hear, however, words of praise seldom addressed to an individual regiment. At Toulouse for the second time during the war it shared in the supreme effort which turned the tide of victory. No record of the Devons would be complete which omitted the supreme gallantry of the regiment in the desperate fighting at Wagon Hill during the South African War.

Nickname: "The Bloody Eleventh," from the number of casualties at the battle of Salamanca.

Types of old Infantry Uniforms.]

(_Depot_, Bury St. Edmunds.)

(_Record Office_, Warley.)

The Castle and Key, superscribed "Gibraltar, 1779-83."

"Dettingen," "Minden," "Seringapatam," "India," "South Africa,
1851-2-3," "New Zealand," "Afghanistan, 1878-80," "South Africa,
1899-1902."

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Yellow.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue.

_Regimental March_, "Speed the plough."

Allied Regiment, 3rd (Auckland) Regiment ("Countess of Ranfurly's
Own"), New Zealand.

THE SUFFOLK REGIMENT

Formed in 1685. At Dettingen, under King George II, it took part in the final charge which assured the victory--the last occasion on which a British King personally commanded his troops in action. It was one of the six British Infantry regiments which at Minden shattered the French cavalry, and finally drove out of the field every body of troops opposed to them. The Duke of Brunswick who commanded the forces said: "It was here the British Infantry gained immortal glory." Its services in the defence of Gibraltar are commemorated by the Castle and Key and Motto. At the storming of Seringapatam it captured eight stands of colours. For this splendid behaviour during their two years' defence of Gibraltar was given the crest and motto they now wear.

Nickname: The "Old Dozen." The men wear roses in their caps on August 1st in commemoration of the Battle of Minden, 1759.

(_Depot_, Taunton.)

(_Record Office_, Exeter.)

The Sphinx, superscribed "Egypt."
A Mural Crown, superscribed "Jellalabad."

"Gibraltar, 1704-5," "Dettingen," "Martinique, 1809," "Ava,"
"Ghuznee, 1839," "Affghanistan, 1839," "Cabool, 1842,"
"Sevastopol," "South Africa, 1878-9," "Burmah, 1885-87," "Relief of
Ladysmith," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Dark green.

_Regimental March_, "Prince Albert's March."

Allied Regiment, 13th "Royal Regiment" of Canada.

The Sergeants wear the sash on the left shoulder in memory of the
Battle of Culloden, where all the officers fell and the remnant of
the regiment was brought out of action by the surviving sergeants.
This is the only regiment in the service not designated "Royal"
wearing Royal Blue facings.

PRINCE ALBERT'S (Somerset Light Infantry)

Raised in 1685. While fighting in Spain, 1706-13, the regiment fought as dragoons. It earned a brilliant record in Afghanistan, 1839-42. After storming Ghuznee it was ordered to Jellalabad which detached post it gallantly held. The massacre of the Cabul force inspired the Afghans to fiercer efforts against Jellalabad; but in spite of news of disaster, the enemy, and even nature itself,--for over 100 shocks of earthquake shook the ruined walls--the brave Somersets defied them all. At length they sallied out and decisively defeated the Afghans. This "Illustrious Garrison," as it was termed by the Government of India, was received on its return by special honours in all cantonments through which it passed. For its services it received its present title, and a mural crown superscribed "Jellalabad."

Nicknamed "The Bleeders."

(_Depot_, York.)

(_Record Office_, York.)

The Royal Tiger, superscribed "India."

"Namur, 1695," "Tournay," "Corunna," "Java," "Waterloo,"
"Bhurtpore," "Sevastopol," "New Zealand," "Afghanistan, 1879-80,"
"Relief of Ladysmith," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

Motto: _Nec aspera terrent_ (Nor do difficulties deter).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Buff.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue.

_Regimental March_, "Ça ira."

Allied Regiment, 16th (Waikato) Regiment of New Zealand.

THE PRINCE OF WALES'S OWN (West Yorkshire Regiment)

Raised in 1685. It shared in the defence of Gibraltar in 1727, and added very considerably to its laurels in the wars of 1793-4. In an attack on the French camp at Famars, 23rd May, 1793, it not only gained a victory, but also its regimental march. Among the pieces of music which fanned the fiery zeal of the French was "Ça ira," to the strains of which they hurled themselves with impetuosity on the British troops. The colonel however, with a magnificent inspiration called out to his men "Come along, my lads, we'll break them to their own d----d tune," and bade his drummers strike up "Ça ira." The effect was irresistible, and the French found themselves flying from the sound of their own martial air. The regiment fought with characteristic bravery at Corunna, in Java, at Waterloo, in India, in the Crimea, New Zealand, and South Africa, reaping the highest commendation for gallantry and devotion everywhere.

Nicknames: "The Old and Bold" and "Calvert's Entire."

(_Depot_, Beverley.)

(_Record Office_, York.)

"Blenheim," "Ramillies," "Oudenarde," "Malplaquet," "Louisburg,"
"Quebec, 1759," "Martinique, 1762," "Havannah," "St. Lucia,
1778," "Martinique 1794, 1809," "Guadaloupe, 1810," "Afghanistan,
1879-80," "South Africa, 1900-02."

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, White.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue.

_Regimental March_, "Yorkshire Lass."

The officers wear a black line in the top and bottom of the lace,
as a memento of General Wolfe's death.

EAST YORKSHIRE REGIMENT

Raised in 1685. The regiment went to Holland with Marlborough, and bore a distinguished part in all his campaigns. It was one of the five regiments which commenced the battle of Blenheim by an attack on the entrenched village of that name, moving up steadily under a withering fire without returning a shot, until their leader, General Rowe, struck his sword into the palisades. It fought at Ramillies, at Oudenarde, and at Malplaquet, and bore an active part at Tournay. It went to Quebec with Wolfe, who specially commended the steadiness of the regiment. It fought in the great battle on the heights of Abraham, and after Wolfe's fall served in the conquest of Canada. Has a splendid record of bravery in many other battles.

Nicknames: "The Snappers," from an incident in the American War, where, the ammunition having given out, they continued to snap their firelocks with undaunted determination. The enemy retired, misled by their aspect and bravery; also called the "Poona Guards."

(_Depot_, Bedford.)

(_Record Office_, Warley.)

"Namur, 1695," "Blenheim," "Ramillies," "Oudenarde," "Malplaquet,"
"Surinam," "Chitral," "South Africa, 1900-02."

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, White.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue.

_Regimental March_, "Mountain Rose."

BEDFORDSHIRE REGIMENT

Raised in 1688. It served all through Marlborough's campaigns, and its gallant conduct in no less than thirty-four successful battles and sieges firmly established its reputation. It was at the siege of Lille, where one of the sergeants, Littler, performed gallant service by swimming the river with a hatchet, and, in the face of the enemy single handed cut the fastenings of a drawbridge. It took part in the battle of Dettingen, where the French generously commended their bravery, and declared they saw them advancing, not like men, but devils, in the face of whole batteries, which fired directly into them, sweeping down all ranks without being able to break them. As part of the Chitral Relief Expedition it took part in the storming of the Malakand Pass. This expedition was an example of sturdy perseverance in the face of obstacles, which it is not possible for those who have not served on the Northern Frontier of India to realise.

Nicknames: "The Old Bucks"; also known as "The Peacemakers," from the ferocity with which it was wont to attack the enemy, who were generally glad to quickly make peace.

(_Depot_, Leicester.)

(_Record Office_, Lichfield.)

The Royal Tiger, superscribed "Hindoostan."

"Namur, 1695," "Louisburg," "Martinique, 1762," "Havannah,"
"Ghuznee, 1839," "Khelat," "Affghanistan, 1839," "Sevastopol," "Ali
Masjid," "Afghanistan, 1878-79," "Defence of Ladysmith," "South
Africa, 1899-1902."

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, White.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue.

_Regimental March_, "Romaika."

The officers wear a black line in their lace to commemorate the
death of General Wolfe at Quebec, and the band always plays
"Wolfe's Lament," immediately before the National Anthem.

LEICESTERSHIRE REGIMENT

Raised in 1688. It took part in the earlier portion of Marlborough's campaigns and then proceeded to Spain, where it fought at the battle of Almanza with desperate courage against overwhelming numbers. It also took part in the conquest of Canada. In 1804 it proceeded to India, where, during a period of 18 years, it took a distinguished part in building up our mighty Indian Empire. Its services were specially acknowledged by the grant of the badge of the "Royal Tiger" with the word "Hindoostan," as a lasting testimony of the exemplary conduct of all ranks during its service in India from 1804 to 1823. In 1838 it was with the army which forced its way through Scinde capturing Hyderabad and Kurrachee.

Nicknames: "Lily Whites," from their facings; also "Bengal Tigers," from its badge, a Royal Tiger.

(_Depot_, Clonmel.)

(_Record Office_, Cork.)

The Sphinx, superscribed "Egypt."
The Dragon, superscribed "China."

"Namur, 1695," "Blenheim," "Ramillies," "Oudenarde," "Malplaquet,"
"Pegu," "Sevastopol," "New Zealand," "Afghanistan, 1879-80,"
"Tel-el-Kebir," "Egypt, 1882," "Nile, 1884-85," "South Africa,
1900-02."

Motto: _Virtutis Namurcensis Præmium_ (The Reward of Valour at
Namur).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Blue.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue with scarlet band.

_Regimental March_, "Garry Owen."

Allied Regiment, 7th (Wellington West Coast) Regiment of New
Zealand.

THE ROYAL IRISH REGIMENT

Raised in 1683. After serving afloat as Marines it went to Flanders, where its splendid valour at the assault on the Castle of Namur on 20th August, 1695, won for it the admiration of the whole of the Allied army. This gallant feat, performed under the eyes of the King, won for the regiment the distinguished title of the Royal Regiment of Foot of Ireland, and the King conferred upon it the right of displaying the badge of the harp and crown, and that of the lion of Nassau, with the motto "Virtutis Namurcensis Præmium." Was one of the Irish Regiments which fought so gallantly in South Africa and to whose bravery the Irish Guards were raised in commemoration. "The Royal Irish" is the only one now in existence out of nineteen regiments raised in Ireland from independent companies of musketeers and pikemen.

Nicknames: "The Namurs," and "Paddy's Blackguards."

(_Depot_, Richmond.)

(_Record Office_, York.)

"Malplaquet," "Alma," "Inkerman," "Sevastopol," "Tirah," "Relief of
Kimberley," "Paardeberg," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, Grass green.

_Head-dress_, Helmet.

_Cap_, Blue.

_Regimental March_, "Bonnie English Rose."

ALEXANDRA, PRINCESS OF WALES'S OWN (Yorkshire Regiment)

Raised in 1688. Its first services were in Flanders, where it fought at the siege and capture of Namur. It took part in the most sanguinary of Marlborough's victories, the battle of Malplaquet, besides engaging in several of the sieges which constituted the latter part of the campaign. The massacre in Ceylon of a detachment of the regiment, consisting of 178 officers and men, forms one of the most tragic episodes in military history. The remainder of the regiment was speedily in the field to avenge those slaughtered, and an ample retribution was exacted from the treacherous Candyans. During the Crimean war it nobly upheld its reputation, and the regiment fought with splendid bravery in the Tirah campaign, and in South Africa, being present at the relief of Kimberley, and the battle of Paardeberg. It added to its great name in the great war on the Continent.

Nickname: "The Green Howards," from its facings, and the name of its first Colonel.

(_Depot_, Bury.)

(_Record Office_, Preston.)

The Sphinx, superscribed "Egypt."

"Dettingen," "Minden," "Egmont-op-Zee," "Maida," "Vimiera,"
"Corunna," "Vittoria," "Pyrenees," "Orthes," "Toulouse,"
"Peninsula," "Alma," "Inkerman," "Sevastopol," "Lucknow,"
"Khartoum," "Relief of Ladysmith," "South Africa, 1899-1902."

Motto: _Omnia Audax_ (Daring Everything).

_Uniform_, Scarlet.

_Facings_, White.

_Head-dress_, Racoon-skin cap with primrose plume on left side.

_Cap_, Blue.

_Regimental March_, "British Grenadiers."

THE LANCASHIRE FUSILIERS