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4 / 5th Battalion The Buffs (East Kent Regiment)
Photograph of officers, 4/5th Bn The Buffs (East Kent Regiment), Territorial Army, Annual Camp, Colchester, 1927.From the collection of the former Buffs Regimental Museum. Date: 1927
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1. Title: "4/5th Battalion The Buffs (East Kent Regiment) Officers at Annual Camp, Colchester, 1927" 2. Description: This evocative photograph captures a group of officers from the 4/5th Battalion The Buffs (East Kent Regiment) during their Annual Camp held in Colchester, Essex, in 1927. The Territorial Army (TA) unit, which was part of the larger Buffs Regiment, is depicted in smart uniforms, exuding a sense of camaraderie and pride. The officers are gathered around a table, likely discussing tactics or planning activities for the camp. The setting sun casts a warm glow over the scene, adding to the serene atmosphere. The photograph offers a glimpse into the military life of the TA during the interwar period, a time when soldiers trained regularly to be prepared for potential military action. 3. Background: The Buffs Regiment, also known as the Duke of York's Own Royal East Kent Regiment, was a renowned infantry regiment in the British Army with a rich history dating back to 1685. The Territorial Army was formed in 1908 to provide a trained reserve of soldiers for service in wartime. The 4/5th Battalion, which was based in Colchester, was part of the TA's 231st Brigade in the 74th (Yeomanry) Division. The annual camps were essential for the TA soldiers to maintain their military skills and fitness, as well as to foster a sense of unity and teamwork among the officers and men. 4. Significance: This photograph is an important historical record of the 4/5th Battalion The Buffs (East Kent Regiment) and their officers during the interwar period. It provides valuable insight into the military life of the Territorial Army and the role of the regiment in the local community of Colchester. The image also highlights the importance of military training and preparation during the period of peace following World War I, as the world braced for the potential outbreak of another major conflict.
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