Notes.—Formed from three Companies of the Inniskilling forces. It is unique in using the old Irish war-pipes. While employed on the Isthmus of Darien all but nine of six hundred men succumbed. For distinguished gallantry at St. Lucia, in 1696, it was directed that the French garrison in marching out should lay down their arms to the 27th, other marks of favour being likewise accorded to the officers and men of the regiment.
Nickname.—"The Lumps."
Bibliography.—Historical Record of The 27th Inniskillings.
A History of The 27th Regiment, now The 1st Battalion of the Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers. From its formation in 1689 to 1893. Compiled by Lieut.-Col. C. J. Lloyd Davidson. Illustrated with coloured plates of costumes and other illustrations.
The Gloucestershire Regiment,
COMPRISING
1st Batt. (formerly) The 28th (North Gloucestershire) Regiment of Foot.
2nd Batt. ( " ) The 61st (South Gloucestershire) Regiment of Foot; with Militia Batts.
3rd Batt. The Royal South Gloucester Militia; and