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

1882. Kassassin.

*1882. Tel-el-Kebir (2).

1884. El Teb.

1884. Tamai.

1900. South Africa.

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Uniforms.—Scarlet and White facings (in the 65th from formation in 1758; the 84th had Yellow facings from 1793 to 1881).

Regimental and other Badges.—"The Royal Tiger" with "India" (for lengthy and distinguished services by the 65th). "The Union Rose" (from 1809). The 65th was also entitled to "Arabia" under the regimental figure.

Nickname.—"The Tigers."

Bibliography.—The Roll of Officers of The York and Lancaster Regiment. By Major G. A. Raikes, F.S.A. Demy 8vo. Vol. I.—The 1st Battalion, late 65th Foot. Vol. II.—The 2nd Battalion, late 84th Foot.