Regimental Nicknames and Traditions of the British Army
Unveiling the Rich Tapestry of British Army TraditionsBy Anonymous
Length4h 11m
About this audiobook
In "Regimental Nicknames and Traditions of the British Army," the anonymous author delves into the rich tapestry of military heritage, illuminating the unique monikers and customs that have shaped the identity of various regiments over time. The book is presented in a narrative style that intertwines historical anecdote with cultural analysis, offering readers an engaging exploration of how these nicknames reflect the valor, camaraderie, and distinct character of the British Army. Through meticulous research and a deep understanding of military history, the text situates regimental culture within the broader context of British society, revealing how these traditions have persisted and evolved. The author's anonymity invites speculation about their background, yet it suggests a profound insider knowledge and dedication to military history, perhaps influenced by personal experiences or a lineage steeped in service. By eschewing personal attribution, the author emphasizes the collective identity of the British Army, inviting readers to appreciate these traditions as living legacies rather than mere historical artifacts. This book is an essential read for scholars, military historians, and anyone with an interest in British military culture. It offers invaluable insights into the significance of regimental identity, making it a rewarding addition to the libraries of both casual readers and devoted enthusiasts of military history.
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GenreHistory
Length4 hrs 11 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1FOREWORD
68PRINCE ALBERT'S (Somerset Light Infantry)
2THE ROMANCE OF MILITARY HISTORY
69THE PRINCE OF WALES'S OWN (West Yorkshire Regiment)
3CAVALRY DISTINCTIONS
70EAST YORKSHIRE REGIMENT
4PRIVILEGES OF THE FOOT GUARDS
71BEDFORDSHIRE REGIMENT
5PIPERS' PECULIARITIES
72LEICESTERSHIRE REGIMENT
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6ANIMAL BADGES
73THE ROYAL IRISH REGIMENT
7QUICK STEPPING INFANTRY
74ALEXANDRA, PRINCESS OF WALES'S OWN (Yorkshire Regiment)
8THE MINDEN REGIMENTS
75THE LANCASHIRE FUSILIERS
9WELSH TRADITIONS
76THE ROYAL SCOTS FUSILIERS
10THE GLORY OF THE GLOUCESTERS AND WORCESTERS
77THE CHESHIRE REGIMENT
11THE BORDERS' UNIQUE HONOUR
78THE ROYAL WELSH FUSILIERS
12THE GREENJACKETS
79THE SOUTH WALES BORDERERS
13THE ELEPHANT COLOURS.
80THE KING'S OWN SCOTTISH BORDERERS
14BATTLE HONOURS.
81THE CAMERONIANS (SCOTTISH RIFLES)
15ROYAL FLYING CORPS
82THE ROYAL INNISKILLING FUSILIERS
161st LIFE GUARDS
83GLOUCESTERSHIRE REGIMENT
172nd LIFE GUARDS
84WORCESTERSHIRE REGIMENT
18ROYAL HORSE GUARDS (The Blues)
85EAST LANCASHIRE REGIMENT
191st (King's) DRAGOON GUARDS
86THE EAST SURREY REGIMENT
202nd DRAGOON GUARDS (Queen's Bays)
87THE DUKE OF CORNWALL'S LIGHT INFANTRY
213rd (Prince of Wales's) DRAGOON GUARDS
88THE DUKE OF WELLINGTON'S REGIMENT (West Riding)
224th (Royal Irish) DRAGOON GUARDS
89THE BORDER REGIMENT
235th (Princess Charlotte of Wales's) DRAGOON GUARDS
90THE ROYAL SUSSEX REGIMENT
246th DRAGOON GUARDS (Carabiniers)
91THE HAMPSHIRE REGIMENT
257th (Princess Royal's) DRAGOON GUARDS
92THE SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE REGIMENT
261st (Royal) DRAGOONS
93THE DORSETSHIRE REGIMENT
272nd DRAGOONS (Royal Scots Greys)
94PRINCE OF WALES'S VOLUNTEERS (South Lancashire Regiment)
283rd (King's Own) HUSSARS
95THE WELSH REGIMENT
294th (Queen's Own) HUSSARS
96THE BLACK WATCH (Royal Highlanders)
305th (Royal Irish) LANCERS
97THE OXFORDSHIRE & BUCKINGHAMSHIRE LIGHT INFANTRY
316th (Inniskilling) DRAGOONS
98THE ESSEX REGIMENT
327th (Queen's Own) HUSSARS
99THE SHERWOOD FORESTERS (Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire Regt.)
338th (King's Royal Irish) HUSSARS
100THE LOYAL NORTH LANCASHIRE REGIMENT
349th (Queen's Royal) LANCERS
101THE NORTHAMPTONSHIRE REGIMENT
3510th (Prince of Wales's Own Royal) HUSSARS
102PRINCESS CHARLOTTE OF WALES'S (Royal Berkshire Regiment)
3611th (Prince Albert's Own) HUSSARS
103THE QUEEN'S OWN (Royal West Kent Regiment)
3712th (Prince of Wales's Royal) LANCERS
104THE KING'S OWN (Yorkshire Light Infantry)
3813th HUSSARS
105THE KING'S (Shropshire Light Infantry)
3914th (King's) HUSSARS
106THE DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE'S OWN (Middlesex Regiment)
4015th (The King's) HUSSARS
107KING'S ROYAL RIFLE CORPS
4116th (The Queen's) LANCERS
108THE DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S (Wiltshire Regiment)
4217th (Duke of Cambridge's Own) LANCERS
109THE MANCHESTER REGIMENT
4318th (Queen Mary's Own) HUSSARS
110THE PRINCE OF WALES'S (North Staffordshire Regiment)
4419th (Queen Alexandra's Own Royal) HUSSARS
111YORK & LANCASTER REGIMENT
4520th HUSSARS
112THE DURHAM LIGHT INFANTRY
4621st (Empress of India's) LANCERS
113HIGHLAND LIGHT INFANTRY
47ROYAL HORSE ARTILLERY
114SEAFORTH HIGHLANDERS (Rossshire Buffs, the Duke of Albany's)
48ROYAL FIELD ARTILLERY
115THE GORDON HIGHLANDERS
49ROYAL GARRISON ARTILLERY
116THE QUEEN'S OWN CAMERON HIGHLANDERS
50CORPS OF ROYAL ENGINEERS
117THE ROYAL IRISH RIFLES
51GRENADIER GUARDS
118PRINCESS VICTORIA'S (Royal Irish Fusiliers)
52COLDSTREAM GUARDS
119THE CONNAUGHT RANGERS
53SCOTS GUARDS
120PRINCESS LOUISE'S (Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders)
54IRISH GUARDS
121THE PRINCE OF WALES'S LEINSTER REGIMENT (Royal Canadians)
55WELSH GUARDS
122THE ROYAL MUNSTER FUSILIERS
56THE ROYAL SCOTS
123THE ROYAL DUBLIN FUSILIERS
57THE QUEEN'S (Royal West Surrey Regiment)
124THE RIFLE BRIGADE (The Prince Consort's Own)
58THE BUFFS (East Kent Regiment)
125ARMY SERVICE CORPS
59THE KING'S OWN (Royal Lancaster Regiment)
126ROYAL ARMY MEDICAL CORPS
60THE NORTHUMBERLAND FUSILIERS
127ARMY VETERINARY SERVICE AND ARMY VETERINARY CORPS
61THE ROYAL WARWICKSHIRE REGIMENT
128ARMY ORDNANCE DEPARTMENT AND ARMY ORDNANCE CORPS
62THE ROYAL FUSILIERS (City of London Regiment)
129ARMY PAY DEPARTMENT AND ARMY PAY CORPS
63THE KING'S (LIVERPOOL REGIMENT)
130MILITARY POLICE
64THE NORFOLK REGIMENT
131ROYAL MARINES
65THE LINCOLNSHIRE REGIMENT
132ORDERS & DECORATIONS WORN IN THE BRITISH ARMY
66THE DEVONSHIRE REGIMENT
133War Medals.
67THE SUFFOLK REGIMENT
134Orders and Decorations.
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