Notes.—First raised as the 18th Light Dragoons, and renumbered on the disbandment of the old 17th. This regiment was one of those taking part in the famous charge at Balaclava. Renamed in 1876 in honour of the Duke of Cambridge, who served in its ranks.
Bibliography.—Historical Record of the 17th Regiment of Light Dragoons (Lancers). 1759-1841. Illustrated with plates. [London: Parker. 1841.]
A History of the 17th Lancers (Duke of Cambridge's Own). By the Hon. J. W. Fortescue. [London: Macmillan. 1895.]
The "Death or Glory Boys": The Story of the 17th Lancers. By D. H. Parry. [London: Cassell. 1900.]
The Eighteenth Hussars.
"Pro Rege, pro Lege, pro Patria Conamur."
TITLES.
1759-63. The 19th Light Dragoons; popularly, "The Drogheda Light Horse."
1763-1807. The 18th Light Dragoons.