Regimental Nicknames and Traditions of the British Army

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THE RIFLE BRIGADE (The Prince Consort's Own)

Raised in 1800 the regiment saw active service before a year was out in the attack on Ferrol. A detachment was on Nelson's flagship as marines at the battle of the Baltic. Their courage was favourably commented upon at Waterloo where they rendered particularly valuable service at a critical period. In all parts of the world the Rifle Brigade have rendered devoted service to King and Country, and have fully earned and maintained the reputation that won for them the eulogy of King William IV, who said "Wherever there has been fighting, there you have been, and wherever you have been you have distinguished yourselves."

Nicknames: "The Greenjackets" and "The Sweeps."

(Record Office, Woolwich.)

Motto: Nil sine labore (Nothing without Labour).

Uniform, Blue.

Facings, White.

Head-dress, Helmet.

Cap, Blue with blue band.

Regimental March, "Wait for the Wagons."