This infantry regiment was formed in 1881. It continued in British Army service until 1958, when it merged with The Devonshire Regiment to form The Devonshire and Dorset Regiment.
This infantry regiment was formed in 1881. After nearly 90 years of British Army service, it merged with The Worcestershire Regiment in 1970. Its traditions are now continued by The Mercian Regiment.
Discover how women’s contributions to the British Army have helped bring about change over the past 100 years. And see how Army recruiters have adapted their messaging accordingly.
This infantry unit was raised in 1685 and subsequently served in many British Army campaigns during its long history. In 1958, it was amalgamated with The Manchester Regiment to form The King’s Regiment (Manchester and Liverpool).
Do you know your brigades from your battalions? Learn more about the organisation of the British Army and the tactical formations it has deployed on campaign.
On 15 November 2016 the National Army Museum will be holding a parliamentary debate with cross-party MPs including Kirsten Oswald SNP, historian Lord Bew and author Will Ellsworth-Jones.
This armoured regiment of the British Army was formed in 1922. It existed until 1992, when it amalgamated with The Royal Hussars to form The King’s Royal Hussars.
This unit was responsible for providing legal support at all levels of the British Army. In 1992, it became a branch of the newly formed Adjutant General’s Corps.
'Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band', released by the Beatles in 1967, drew heavily on British Army themes. Here, we explore some of the historical inspiration behind this iconic album.
This British Army corps was responsible for light engineering tasks. Although formed in 1939, several previous units had existed that performed similar roles. It was amalgamated into the Royal Logistic Corps in 1993.
