The Regimental Records of the British Army / A historical résumé chronologically arranged of titles, campaigns, honours, uniforms, facings, badges, nicknames, etc.

by John S. Farmer; John Stephen Farmer

1857-58. Indian Mutiny.

*1882. Egypt (1).

*1884-85. Nile (1).

*1885. Abu Klea (1).

1900. South Africa.

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Uniform.—1st Batt., Scarlet with Orange facings (1701-1832, the Orange being changed to Blue on proceeding to Ireland). 2nd Batt., Scarlet with White facings. Scarlet with Blue facings for both Batts. (present time).

Regimental and other Badges.—"The United Red and White Rose." Also (though approved not in Army List) "A White Feather" (see Notes), "A Maltese Cross" (see Notes), and "The Centre of The Star of the Garter," combined.

Nickname.—"The Orange Lilies" (from its facings and white plume).

Notes.—"The White Plume," worn till 1800, and now included in the regimental badge, was worn at Quebec, being taken from The Royal Roussillon French Grenadiers; while "The Maltese Cross" is in memory of the capture of Malta. The Regiment was also at one time known as "The Prince of Orange's Own," having received its facings as a mark of favour.