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Colours of old 86th Regiment, now 2nd Battalion Irish Rifles
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Colours of old 86th Regiment, now 2nd Battalion Irish Rifles
Colours of the old 86th Regiment, now the 2nd Battalion of the Irish Rifles Date: 1915
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86th Battalion Colours Jack Nicknames Regiment Regimental Rifles Traditions
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This evocative photograph captures the Colours of the old 86th Regiment, now the 2nd Battalion Irish Rifles, as they were displayed in 1915. The 86th Regiment, also known as the "Royal County Down" regiment due to its association with County Down in Northern Ireland, was a storied part of the British Army with a rich history that dates back to its formation in 1793. The Colours in the image are adorned with the traditional regimental nicknames and symbols, including the Red Hand of Ulster and the harp, representing Ireland. The Union Jack in the top left corner signifies the regiment's allegiance to the British Crown. The Colours were a symbol of the regiment's history, traditions, and the bravery of its soldiers. The 86th Regiment saw action in numerous campaigns, including the Peninsular War, the Crimean War, and the Second Boer War. By the time of World War I, the regiment had been renamed the Irish Rifles, and its soldiers played a significant role in the defense of Belgium and the Battle of the Somme. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the 86th Regiment was a proud and distinguished part of the British Army. The Colours, with their intricate designs and regimental symbols, stand as a testament to the regiment's history and the sacrifices made by its soldiers over the centuries.
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