THE
REGIMENTAL RECORDS
OF THE
BRITISH ARMY.

Uniforms.—Red (since 1660). Facings, Blue (likely since 1660, definitely since 1679). Plume, White.

Regimental Badge.—"The Royal Arms."

Nicknames.—"The Cheeses:" when remodeled in 1788, the veterans refused to serve, claiming that the regiments of Life Guards were made up of cheesemongers, not gentlemen; also "The Piccadilly Butchers" (after being called out to handle the Piccadilly Riots in 1810); also "Tin Bellies" (due to the cuirasses); also "The Patent Safeties."

Notes.—Raised in Holland by Charles II while he was in exile, this group was mainly made up of (80) Cavaliers who had fought during the Civil War under Charles I. The 3rd and 4th (Scots) Troops of Life Guards were added at the Union but were disbanded in 1746, and they served extensively in Flanders from 1742 to 1747. The 1st Life Guards wore cuirasses from their formation until 1698, and then they resumed wearing them in 1821.

Uniforms.—Red (from 1690). Trim, Sea-green (from 1660 to 1690-1742) in honor of Queen Catherine; blue (since 1742). Feather, White.

Regimental Badge.—"The Royal Coat of Arms."

Nickname.—(See note under __A_TAG_PLACEHOLDER_0__)

Notes.—Similar in origin to "The First Life Guards," this group was made up of Cavaliers who had served under Charles I. They fled after his death and joined the Spanish army as "His Royal Highness The Duke of York's Troop of Guards." In 1659, when peace was declared, they moved to the Netherlands until they were reorganized by Charles II. in 1660 as "The Third Troop of Life Guards." In 1670, it changed to "The Second Troop" and was disbanded in 1746. Cuirasses were worn from 1660 to 1698 and were brought back in 1821.

References.—Historical Record of the Life Guards. This book includes a detailed account of how the Corps was formed in 1660 and its services up until 1835. [London: Clowes, 1836.]

Uniforms.—Blue with red details (since 1661). Red plume.

Regimental Badge.—"The Royal Coat of Arms."

Usernames.—(1) The Oxford Blues, around 1690, named after its Colonel, the Earl of Oxford, to distinguish it from a blue-uniformed Dutch Regiment led by the Earl of Portland; (2) The Blue Guards (1742-45) during the Campaign in Flanders; and (3) The Blues—a modern nickname.

Notes.—This is the only Cavalry Regiment still in existence that was part of the Parliamentary Army against Charles I, originally known as Colonel Unton Crook's Regiment. King William IV presented the regiment with a standard featuring "Dettingen," "Minden," "Warbourg," and "Cateau." It wore cuirasses from 1691 to 1698 and took them back up in 1821.

References.—An Historical Record of The Royal Regiment of Horse Guards, or Oxford Blues. Its Services, and the transactions in which it has been engaged from its first establishment to the present time. By Edmund Packe, former Captain Royal Horse Guards. [London: Clowes, 1834.]

Uniforms.—Red (from 1685). Trim, Bright Yellow (the Stuart livery, 1685-1714); Blue Velvet (from 1714). Helmet plume, Red.

Unit Badge.—"The Royal Cypher inside the Garter."

Nicknames.—"The Trades' Union" (because it was used to suppress trade riots in the middle of this century); "The K. D. G.'s" (its initials).

Notes.—Formed mainly around London during the Monmouth Rebellion, and called "The Queen's Regiment of Horse," the earlier "King's Regiment" was known as "The Blues." Cuirasses were worn until 1698, and again from 1704 to 1714. The name was changed in 1714 to honor outstanding service in Flanders and Germany.

References.—Historical Records of the 1st or King's Regiment of Dragoon Guards. From 1685 to 1836. Illustrated with plates. [London: Clowes, 1837.]

Uniforms.—Red (from 1685). Facings, Red (1685-1742); Light Yellow (1742-1784); Black Velvet (1784-1855); Light Yellow (from 1855). Helmet plume, Black.

Unit Badge.—"The Royal Cipher inside the Garter."

Nickname.—"The Bays." In 1767, an order was issued for long-tailed bay horses, as other heavy regiments, except the Scots Greys, had black horses. Also known as "The Rusty Buckles."

Notes.—Raised near London, among other cavalry units, by Sir Nicholas Wentworth. They wore cuirasses for three years. The facings were changed to buff between 1690 and 1742. The title in 1715 was awarded in recognition of its services at the Battle of Preston; and the title of 1727 was given upon the accession of George II.

References.—Historical Record of the 2nd, or Queen's Regiment of Dragoon Guards (Queen's Bays), 1685-1837. Illustrated with plates. [London: Clowes, 1837.]

Uniforms.—Scarlet (from 1685). Trim, Light Green (1685-1765); White (in 1765 and 1785); Blue (in 1818-19); Yellow (from 1819). Helmet plume, Black and Red.

Military Badges.—"The Royal Cypher and Crown" (from 1685-1765); "The Prince of Wales's Plume," "The Rising Sun," "The Red Dragon"—traditional badges of the Princes of Wales.

Nickname—"The Old Canaries" (from the colors).

Notes.—Made up of old Horse Regiments from Worcestershire, Oxfordshire, Bedfordshire, and at St. Albans and Dorking; it wore body armor from 1685-88 and from 1704-14.

References.—Historical Record of the 3rd, or Prince of Wales's Regiment of Dragoon Guards. Illustrated with Plates. [London: Clowes, 1838.]

Uniforms.—Scarlet (from 1685). Facings, White (1685-1715); Light Blue (1715-1768); Dark Blue (from 1768). Helmet plume, White.

Military Badges.—"The Harp and Crown" (upon the arrival of Her Majesty), "The Star of St. Patrick," and "The White Horse of Hanover" also features on the Standard. Motto: "Quis separabit."

Notes.—Grew up in different English counties—like London, Lichfield, Grantham, Durham, and Morpeth. Cuirasses were used in 1685. Its title, given in 1788, was awarded for extended service in Ireland.

References.—Historical Record of the 4th, or Royal Irish Regiment of Dragoon Guards. 1685-1838. [London: Longman, 1839.]

Uniforms.—Red (from 1685). Facings, Light Brown (1685-1717); Dark Green (from 1717). Helmet plume, Red and White.

Unit Emblem.— V.D.G. inside the Garter, surrounded by "Princess Charlotte of Wales." Motto, Vestigia nulla retrorsum (used by John Hampden's Regiment during the Civil War).

Nickname.—"The Green Horse" (see Titles).

Notes.—Initially established as a Troop of Cuirassiers in Lichfield, Kingston-on-Thames, Chester, Bridgnorth, Bristol, etc. It wore cuirasses until 1688 and then again from 1707 to 1714. It captured four Standards at the Battle of Blenheim.

References.—Historical Record of the 5th, or Princess Charlotte of Wales's Dragoon Guards, 1685-1838. Illustrated with plates. [London: Longman, 1839.]

Uniforms.—Red (1685-1853); Blue (from 1853). Facings, Sea-green (1685-1715, the favorite color of Catherine, the Consort of Charles II.); Yellow (1715-68); White Cloth (from 1768). Helmet-plume, White.

Unit Insignia.—(Not mentioned in Regulations) The Crossed Carabines, inside the Garter, surrounded by "Sixth Dragoon Guards," with a Scroll underneath—"The Carabiniers."

Nicknames.—"The Carbs," also "Tichborne's Own" (during the trial of Arthur Orton, Sir Roger Tichborne, Bart., had served in the Regiment).

Notes.—The Sixth Carabiniers (previously the First Regiment of Carabiniers, honored for its bravery in Ireland during 1690-91) was established from cavalry units recruited from different English counties and got its name in 1692 for being equipped with carbines. At Ramilies, it seized the flags of the Royal Bombardiers and stood out for its courage at Neer Landen.

References.—Historical Record of the 6th Regiment of Dragoon Guards, or Carabiniers. 1685-1839. Illustrated with plates. [London: Longman. 1839.]
    A Continuation of the Historical Record of the 6th Dragoon Guards (Carabiniers). By Captain [now Major] A. Sprot. [Chatham: Gale and Polden. 1888.]

Uniforms.—Red (from 1688). Trim, Black (from 1688). Note.—In 1751, the waistcoat and pants were light brown. Helmet plume, Black and White.

Unit Badge.—"The Coronet of Her Majesty the Empress and Queen of Germany and Prussia as Princess Royal of Great Britain and Ireland." Recently, the War Office has approved the use of the arms, crest, and motto of Earl Ligonier as the regimental badge. Before this, the regimental insignia featured 7DG inside the Garter with "Princess Royal's" around it. For buttons and other items, the Royal Cypher, Crown, and Wreath are used in various combinations.

Nicknames.—"The Black Horse" or "The Blacks" (from its colors). "Ligoniers" (from its Colonel's name, 1720-49). "Straw-boots" (from wearing straw to keep the legs dry when dealing with agricultural riots in southern England, tempus George II.). "The Virgin Mary's Body-Guard" (during the reign of George II., the regiment was sent to help Archduchess Maria Theresa of Austria).

Notes.—In 1688, five cavalry regiments raised by James II marched with the Earl of Devonshire to intercept Princess Anne during her escape from London. After she took the throne, she ordered them into permanent service. They wore breastplates until 1699 and then started wearing them again from 1707 to 1714.

References.—Historical Record of the 7th, or Princess Royal's Regiment of Dragoon Guards. 1685-1839. Illustrated with plates. [London: Longman. 1839.]

Uniforms.—Red (from 1683). Trim, Dark Blue (from 1683). Helmet plume, Black.

Unit Badge.—The "Crest of England" inside the Garter, surrounded by "Spectemur agendo" and topped with a crown (Hanoverian). Also "an Eagle," to commemorate the capture of the Eagle of the 105th French Regiment at Waterloo.

Nickname.—"The Bird-catchers" (also used by The Second Dragoons and The Royal Irish Fusiliers).

Notes.—Starting with the Horse Troops that defended Tangiers from 1662 to 1684, the First Royal Dragoons have since participated in almost every campaign with remarkable bravery. Among its captured standards are one from the Moors in 1664, that of the "Mousquetaires Noirs" at the Battle of Dettingen, and a French Eagle (see above) at the Battle of Waterloo. In 1894, the Emperor of Germany was named Colonel-in-Chief.

References.—Historical Record of the 1st or Royal Regiment of Dragoons. Up to 1839. Illustrated with plates. [London: Longmans. 1840.]
    Historical Record of the 1st, or The Royal Regiment of Dragoons. By General de Ainslie, Colonel of the Regiment. Illustrated with plates. [London: Chapman & Hall. 1887.]

Uniforms.—Probably stone gray when made, and then changed to bright red. Trim, blue. Feather, white.

Unit Badges.—"The Thistle" inside the Circle, along with the motto of St. Andrew, "Nemo me impune lacessit," topped by a Crown (from the Union of England and Scotland in 1707). Also "an Eagle," with "Waterloo" (from the capture of the Eagle of the 45th French Regiment). Additionally, the motto, "Second to None" (from circa 1715).

Username.—"The Bubbly Jocks," also "The Bird-catchers" (see above: also used for The First Dragoons and The Royal Irish Fusiliers).

Notes.—The oldest regiment of Dragoons in the British Army was established in Scotland around 1678 from Troops of Horse, and became part of the official army. At the Battle of Ramilies, they captured the "Colours" of the French Regiment-du-Roi, which is why they have the distinction of wearing Grenadier caps; they also took a Standard from the French Guards at Dettingen. During the Battle of Waterloo, Napoleon referred to them as "Ces terribles chevaux gris." In 1894, the Emperor of Russia was named Colonel-in-Chief of The Greys.

References.—Historical Record of the Royal Regiment of Scots Dragoons, now the 2nd North British Dragoons. Up to 1839. Includes illustrations. [London: Longman. 1840.]
Johnson's Illustrated Histories of Scottish Regiments.

Uniform.—Red with Blue details (1685-1818); Blue with Red details (1818-30); Red with Red details (1830-42); Blue with Red details (from 1842). Feather, White.

Unit Badge.—"The White Horse" (of Hanover) inside the Garter, with the motto, "Nec aspera terrent."

Nicknames.—"Lord Adam Gordon's Life Guards" (from its long service in Scotland under that officer). "Bland's Dragoons" (in honor of a former Colonel).

Notes.—The title on formation was given in honor of the Queen Consort.

References.—Historical Record of the 3rd, or King's Own Regiment of Light Dragoons. 1685-1846. Illustrated with plates. [London: Parker. 1847.]
    Historical Record of the 3rd or King's Own Regiment of Light Dragoons. 1685-1857. Illustrated with plates. By George E. F. Kountze, Captain, retired, former 3rd Light Dragoons. [London: B. W. Cousins.]
    Historical Records of the 3rd, or Kings Own Light Dragoons. [Glasgow. 1833.]

Outfit.—Red (1685-1815); Blue (1818-30); Red (1830-42); Blue (from 1842). Facings, Light Green (1685-1818); Yellow (1818-36); Light Green (1836-42); Red (1842-61); Blue (from 1861). Helmet plume, Red.

Unit Badge.—None recognized in Regulations, but worn on the pouch are the Royal Cypher and Crown; also on the Shabraque Q. O. intertwined, topped with a Crown, and featuring the regimental number, 4H.

Username.—"Paget's Irregular Horse" (circa 1842) got its name from its unstructured training after coming back from India; in its first five years of service, it lost a total of 12 officers and 500 non-commissioned officers and soldiers due to fever and cholera.

Notes.—Created from independent troops gathered at Warminster, Shaftesbury, Shepton Mallet, Glastonbury, Frome, Wincanton, Ilchester, and Bradford, and named in honor of the youngest daughter of William III and Mary, who later became Queen Anne.

References.—Historical Record of the 4th, or Queen's Own Regiment of Light Dragoons. 1685-1842. Illustrated with a plate. [London: Parker. 1843.]

Uniforms.—Red with blue trims (1689-1798); blue with red trims (from 1858). Lancer cap plume, green.

Unit Badge.—"The Harp and Crown." Motto, "Quis Separabit."

Nicknames.—"The Daily Advertisers"; also "The Redbreasts."

Notes.—The old Fifth was the senior of the two regiments of Inniskilling Dragoons, with the Second now represented by the 6th (Inniskilling) Dragoons. Marlborough specifically acknowledged its bravery at Blenheim; and at Ramilies (alongside the Scots Greys), it captured two French battalions, which earned it, like the Greys, the right to wear Grenadier caps. It was disbanded in 1798 after serving well, due to the discovery of a plot by new recruits to kill the officers and loyal soldiers.

References.—Short articles can be found in Grose's Military Antiquities and in the Military Recorder.

Uniforms.—Red with yellow trim (from 1689). Feather, white.

Unit Badge.—"The Castle of Inniskilling," with "The St. George's Colors Flying," and the word "Inniskilling" beneath.

Nickname.—"The Skillingers"; also "The Old Inniskillings."

Notes.—Originally, the cavalry unit of the forces gathered to defend Enniskillen in 1689 (along with the Royal Irish Dragoons and the Inniskilling Fusiliers, formerly the 27th Foot).

References.—Historical Record of the 6th, or Inniskilling Regiment of Dragoons. 1689-1843. Illustrated with plates. [London: Parker. 1843.]

Uniforms.—Red (1690-1784); Blue (1784-1830); Red (1830-41); Blue (from 1841). Facings, White (1690-1818); Blue (from 1818). Helmet plume, White.

Unit Badge.—"The Royal Cipher inside the Garter."

Nicknames.—"The Old Saucy Seventh" (in the Peninsula), "The Lily-white Seventh" (because of its light blue uniform and white trim, before 1818), "Young Eyes"; also "Old Straws" or "Strawboots" (for using straw bands instead of worn-out boots at Warbourg in 1760).

Notes.—Formed in Scotland from Independent Troops of Horse that fought at Killiecrankie. Disbanded in 1713, but reestablished two years later, mainly from two troops of the current 1st, and three troops of the current 2nd Dragoons. It experienced heavy losses at Waterloo and distinguished itself during the Mutiny.

References.—Historical Record of the 7th, or Queen's Own Regiment of Hussars. 1690-1842. Illustrated with a plate. [London: Parker. 1842]

Uniforms.—Scarlet (1693-1784); Blue (1784-1802); Light Blue or Cavalry Grey (1802-22); Dark Blue (from 1822). Facings, Yellow (1693-1777); Blue (1777-84); Scarlet (1784-1822); Blue (from 1822). Helmet plume, Red and White.

Unit Badge.—"The Harp and Crown." Motto: "Pristinæ virtutis memores."

Nickname.—"The Cross Belts" (1768), because it has the honor of wearing the sword-belt over the left shoulder, as a tribute for services in Saragossa, where it captured the belts of the Spanish Cavalry; however, there is no official record of this event; also known as "The Georges" (after its Colonel's name, 1740-51); and also "The Dirty Eighth."

Notes.—Originally made up of loyal Protestants who fought at the Boyne, it gained a lot of recognition in Spain and Flanders. In 1777, it was awarded its title, crest, and motto as special tokens of royal favor. It played a significant role in the glory of Leswarree and other actions in India—in short, few regiments can claim a more honorable record than "The Royal Irish."

References.—Historical Record of the 8th, or King's Royal Irish Regiment of Hussars. 1693-1843. Illustrated. [London: Parker. 1844.]
    Historical Record of the 8th King's Royal Irish Hussars. Up to 1803. By John Francis Smet, M.D., former Surgeon, 8th Hussars. [London: Mitchell. 1874.]

Uniforms.—Red (1715-84); Blue (1784-1830); Red (1830-41); Blue (from 1841). Facings: Tan (1715-1805); Dark Red (1805-30); Blue (1830-41); Red (from 1841). Lancer-cap plume, Black and White.

Regiment Badge.—"The Royal Cipher inside the Garter."

Nickname.—"The Delhi Spearmen" (a local nickname).

Notes.—The oldest of several Dragoon regiments that were reestablished in 1715, which had been disbanded after the Treaty of Utrecht. Formed in the southern counties, it served continuously in Ireland for eighty-six years until 1803, and it received special recognition from Queen Adelaide in 1830. It gained a reputation for its service during the Indian Mutiny and is the only British cavalry regiment to have "Charasiah," "Kabul, 1879," and "Kandahar, 1880" on its Colors.

References.—Historical Record of the 9th, or Queen's Royal Regiment of Light Dragoons (Lancers). 1715-1841. Illustrated with a plate. [London: Parker. 1841.]

Uniforms.—Red (1715-83); Blue (from 1784). Facings, Dark Yellow (1715-1811); Red (1811-1819); Blue (from 1819); Helmet plume, Black and White.

Unit Badges.—"The Prince's Plume," "The Rising Sun," "The Red Dragon" (from 1783, traditional Badges of the Princes of Wales). Also "The White Horse."

Nicknames.—"Baker's Light Bobs" (when led by Valentine Baker). "The Don't Dance Tenth" (an officer told his hostess at a party, "The Tenth Don't Dance"). "The Chainy Tenth" (from the design of the pouch belt).

Notes.—Raised in Hertfordshire and nearby counties; the regiment experienced its "baptism of fire" during the Jacobite uprising of 1745. Since then, its colors reflect its history.

References.—Historical Record of the 10th, The Prince of Wales's Own Royal Regiment of Hussars. 1715-1842. Illustrated with images. [London: Parker. 1843.]
    The Memoirs of the 10th Royal Hussars (Prince of Wales's Own). By Colonel R. S. Liddell, former member of the 10th Hussars. Illustrated. [London: Longmans. 1891.]

Uniforms.—Red (1715-83); Blue (1783-1830); Red (1830-40); Blue (from 1840). Facings: Buff (1715-1840); Blue (from 1840). Plume, Red and White.

Military Badges.—"The Crest and Motto (Treu und Fest) of the late Prince Consort"; also "The Sphinx" for Egypt (1801).

Nicknames.—"The Cherry-pickers" (from the Peninsula campaign, a group was captured in a fruit garden). "The Cherubims" (from the red overalls).

Notes.—Raised in Essex and nearby counties. It's said that the regiment was originally mounted on gray horses and had the motto, "Motus Componere." Its current name was given because it escorted the Prince Consort during his marriage to Her Majesty.

References.—Historical Record of the 11th, or Prince Albert's Own Regiment of Hussars. 1715-1842. [London: Parker. 1843.]

Uniforms.—Red (1715-84); Blue (1784-1830); Red (1830-42); Blue (from 1842). Facings, White (1715-68); Black (1768-84); Yellow (1784-1817); Red (1817-30); Blue (1830-42); Red (from 1842). Plume, Red.

Unit Badges.—"Plume of the Prince of Wales," "The Rising Sun," "The Red Dragon" (in honor of the Prince of Wales, who later became George IV, whose crests they were); also "The Sphinx," for Egypt (1801).

Nickname.—"The Flexible Twelfth."

Notes.—Originally established in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Hampshire, it operated in Ireland starting in 1717 for seventy-six years. In Egypt, it seized a French convoy along with its colors.

References.—Historical Record of the 12th, Prince of Wales's Royal Regiment of Lancers. 1715-1842. Illustrated with a plate. [London: Parker. 1842]

Uniforms.—Red (1715-84); Blue (1784-1832); Red (1832-40); Blue (from 1840). Facings, Green (1715-84); Light Buff (1784-1836); Green (1836-40); Buff (from 1840). Plume, White.

Unit Badge.—None recognized in Regulations, but "The Royal Cypher and Crown" show up on appointments. The motto, "Viret in Æternum," has been carried since its formation.

Nicknames.—Common in the 18th century as "The Green Dragoons" (from the colors they wore); "The Ragged Brigade" (during the Peninsular War, when their tough service made them less focused on looks); "The Evergreens" (from their colors and a clever motto); "The Geraniums" (for their smart appearance); and "The Great Runaway Prestonpans" (referring to the panic that struck some of the men during the battle with the Jacobite rebels).

Notes.—Raised in the Midlands, this regiment has provided outstanding service. It was part of the Balaclava Light Brigade. In the Peninsula, it participated in at least thirty-two engagements, not including major battles, losing 274 men and 1,009 horses.

References.—Historical Record of the 13th Regiment of Light Dragoons. 1715-1842. [London: Parker. 1842.]

Outfit.—Red (1715-84); Dark Blue (1784-1830); Red (1830-40); Blue (from 1840). Facings, Lemon Yellow (1715-1798); Orange (the livery of Brandenburg, 1798-1830); Red (in 1830), and soon after Blue (1830-40); Red (1840-61); Blue (from 1861). Plume, White.

Unit Badges.—"The Royal Crest inside the Garter," also known as "The Prussian Eagle" (adopted in 1798 to honor the Duchess of York, the Princess Royal of Prussia).

Nicknames.—"The Ramnuggur Boys" (after facing huge challenges in the battle mentioned); "The Emperor's Chambermaids" (given while in India).

Notes.—Raised in the South of England by Colonel Dormer (see Royal Warwickshire Regiment). Its service record highlights its reputation. It has particularly distinguished itself in the Peninsula, the Punjab, Persia, and Central India.

References.—Historical Record of the 14th, or the Kings Regiment of Light Dragoons. Illustrated with illustrations. [London: Parker. 1847.]

Outfit.—Red (1759-84); Blue (from 1784). Trim, Green (1759-66); Dark Blue (1766-84); Red (1784-1822); Blue (from 1822). Feather, Red.

Unit Emblem.—"The Crest of England within the Garter." Motto: "Merebimur," meaning 'we shall deserve it,' for bravery, in Germany in 1766; also an inscription on the helmet: "Five Battalions of Foot defeated and captured by this Regiment, along with their Colors and nine pieces of artillery, at Emsdorf, July 16, 1760." The scarlet plume was also awarded in 1799 as a mark of distinction.

Nicknames.—"The Fighting 15th."

Notes.—This remarkable regiment was formed near London and started its impressive journey the following year at Emsdorf (see above). Later, at Villers-en-Couché, it seized three cannons, in Holland (1799), and in the Peninsula campaigns, it earned even more fame.

References.—Historical Record of the 15th, or King's Regiment of Light Dragoons (Hussars). 1759-1841. [London: Parker. 1841.]

Outfit.—Scarlet (1759-83; possibly for a year or two after formation this may have been red with yellow accents); Blue (1783-1832); Scarlet (from 1832). Facings, Black (1759-66, but see above); Dark Blue (1766-83); Scarlet (1783-1832); Blue (from 1832). Plume, Black.

Unit Badge.—"The Royal Cypher inside the Garter." Motto, "Aut cursu, aut cominus armis" (awarded in 1766 for services in Portugal when the regiment became "The Queen's.")

Nickname.—"The Red (or Scarlet) Lancers"; the only Lancers who wear the scarlet tunic.

Notes.—Grew up near London during the Seven Years' War. The first Lancer regiment to be deployed in India.

References.—Historical Record of the 16th, or Queen's Regiment of Light Dragoons (Lancers). 1759-1841. Illustrated with a plate. [London: Parker. 1842.]

Uniforms.—Red (1759-84); Blue (1784-1830); Red (1830-40); Blue (from 1840). Trim, White (from 1759). Feather, White.

Unit Badge.—"A Death's Head," with the words "Or Glory." This was picked by Colonel Hale, who formed the corps in Hertfordshire and around London, to honor the death of General Wolfe at Quebec (1759). Colonel Hale was with him during that time and later delivered the reports back home.

Nickname.—"The Death or Glory Boys," or "The Skulls and Crossbones" (see Badge); "Bingham's Dandies" (circa 1826)—one of its Colonels, Lord Bingham, demanding perfect fit in uniforms and stylishness in gear; "The Gentleman Dragoons;" "The Horse Marines" (when serving as marines on board the Hermione frigate in the West Indies in 1795).

Notes.—Originally established as the 18th Light Dragoons and renumbered after the old 17th was disbanded. This regiment participated in the renowned charge at Balaclava. It was renamed in 1876 to honor the Duke of Cambridge, who served in its ranks.

References.—Historical Record of the 17th Regiment of Light Dragoons (Lancers). 1759-1841. Illustrated with plates. [London: Parker. 1841.]
    A History of the 17th Lancers (Duke of Cambridge's Own). By the Hon. J. W. Fortescue. [London: Macmillan. 1895.]
    The "Death or Glory Boys": The Story of the 17th Lancers. By D. H. Parry. [London: Cassell. 1900.]

Uniforms.—Red (1759——?); later, and at disbandment, Navy Blue; Blue (from 1858). Trim, White (1759-1821); Blue (from 1858). Feather, Red and White.

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Regimental Emblem.—None recognized in Regulations; however, in the case of both the late and the current 18th "The Royal Cypher and Crown" has appeared and continues to appear on the uniforms. Motto, "Pro Rege, pro Lege, pro Patria Conamur"—"We Strive for Sovereign, Laws, and Country."

Notes.—The first 18th is now the 17th Lancers; the current 18th, formed in Leeds in 1858, was permitted to take on the "honors" of the old regiment, which was disbanded in 1821; the motto and the scarlet and white plume were reinstated in 1878.

References.—Historical Record of the 18th Hussars. By Captain Harold Esdaile Malet. [London: Clowes. 1869.]

Outfit.—Red with green details (1779-83); dark blue with light yellow details (in 1821); blue with blue details (from 1858). White plume.

Unit Badge.—"The Elephant" (to honor the exceptional service of the former 19th Light Dragoons in India).

Nicknames.—"The Dumpies" (originating in 1858, based on the small stature of its men); "The Droghedas" (of the first 19th).

Notes.—The old 19th was awarded an honorary Standard from the late Hon. East India Company for its distinction at Assaye; its badge, "The Elephant," was also given at that time.

References.—Colburn's United Service Magazine. 1873. [Art.]
    The Nineteenth and their Times. By Colonel John Biddulph. [London: Murray. 1900.]

Outfit.—Scarlet and Yellow (later Black) facings (1759-63); Scarlet and Yellow facings (1779-83); Blue and Yellow (later Orange) facings (1791-1814); Blue and Blue facings (from 1858). Plume, Yellow.

Regiment Badge.—None recognized in Regulations: on appointments "The Royal Cypher and Crown with XXH."

Bibliography.—Colburn's United Service Magazine. 1876. [Art.]

Uniforms.—Scarlet and dark blue accents (1759-63); scarlet and white accents (1779-83); blue and yellow accents (when raised in 1794); blue and pink accents (in 1814); blue and black velvet accents (in 1815); blue on blue accents (from 1858-97); blue and French grey accents (from 1897). Plume: white.

Unit Badge.—None recognized in Regulations. On appointments "The Royal Cypher and Crown with XXIH."

Notes.—A unit from this regiment was stationed at St. Helena as guards for Emperor Napoleon during his exile. The recent title was awarded in acknowledgment of its outstanding performance at Omdurman.

Outfit.—Blue with red trim. Plume, white.

Unit Badges.—The Royal Arms and Supporters, featuring a Cannon. The mottos, "Ubique" (Everywhere) above, and "Quo fas et glori ducunt" ("Wherever Right and Glory lead us") below the gun.

Nicknames.—"The Gunners;" "The Four-Wheeled Hussars" (of the Royal Horse Artillery).

Notes.—Artillery units seem to have been first established during the reign of Henry VIII. Until 1716, these units were typically disbanded after each campaign. In 1716, several companies gained permanent status, and since then, modern warfare demands have led to a significant increase in the number of artillery batteries. Throughout its history, the Royal Artillery has consistently distinguished itself and can rightly be regarded as sharing honors with all other regiments. The Royal Irish Artillery was absorbed in 1801, and the East India Company's Artillery was integrated in 1858.

References.—History of the Royal Regiment of Artillery. Compiled from the original Records. By Captain Francis Duncan, M.A., D.C.L. 2 vols. [London: Murray. 1872.]
    History of the Horse Brigade. [London: Mitchell.]
   History of the Regiment of Bengal Artillery. By F. W. Stubbe. 2 vols. [1877.]
    Proceedings of the Royal Artillery Institution. Passim.

Uniforms.—Scarlet and black velvet trim (in 1717); scarlet and orange trim (1772-88); dark blue and black trim (1788-1813); scarlet and dark blue trim (from 1813).

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Unit Badge.—"The Royal Arms and Supporters," with the mottos, "Everywhere" above, and "Where right and glory lead" below.

Username.—"The Mudlarks"; "The Measurers"; "The Flying Bricklayers" (of the mounted group).

Notes.—a unit of Engineer Militia is attached to the corps; it also includes the Bengal, Bombay, and Madras Engineers, incorporated since 1858.

References.—History of the Royal Sappers and Miners. By T. W. J. Connolly. 2 vols. [London: 1855.]
    The Royal Engineers. By the Right Hon. Sir Francis B. Head, Bart. [London: Murray. 1869.]
    History of the Corps of Royal Engineers. By Whitworth Porter, Major-General, Royal Engineers. 2 vols. [London: Longmans. 1889.]