1857-58. Indian Mutiny.
*1857. Delhi (2).
1900. South Africa.
Uniform.—Scarlet and Yellow facings (1st Batt. in 1742), and Scarlet and Buff facings (2nd Batt. in 1758). Now Scarlet with White facings.
Regimental Badge.—"The Sphinx" for "Egypt," 1801. [The unique distinction of wearing the Regimental number both in front and at the back of the cap was bestowed on the old 28th for distinguished conduct at Alexandria (1801), having been then engaged with the enemy front and rear. "The Sphinx" is now so worn.]
Nicknames.—"The Old Braggs" (from its Colonel's name, 1734-51). Also "The Slashers" (the current stories to account for this sobriquet are mythical). "The Whitewashes" (of the 61st). "The Right-abouts."
Notes.—At Almanza the old 28th was all but cut to pieces: at Waterloo it captured a flag of the 25th French Infantry. The old 61st was formerly the 2nd Batt. of The 3rd Buffs, and so retained its Buff facings.
Bibliography.—Narrative of The Campaigns of The 28th Regiment. From 1862. By Lieutenant-Colonel Charles Cadell. [London: Whittaker. 1835.]
Historical Records of The 28th, North Gloucestershire Regiment. 1692-1882. By Lieutenant-Colonel F. Brodigan. [London: Blackfriars Publishing Co. 1884.]
Historical Record of The 61st or South Gloucestershire Regiment. 1758-1844. [London: Parker. 1844.]