Regiments

Here’s a brief introduction to some of the regiments we recruit for in the North West. You can find out more about these, and the opportunities within other regiments right across the UK, at your local careers office.

Regiment	Badge	Overview
The King's Royal Hussars		This British Armoured Regiment is equipped with the world’s latest main battle tank: Challenger 2.  King's Royal Hussars are trained on a variety of other armoured vehicles so they can take up any challenge in any operational environment. They lead a varied, challenging and exciting life, at the forefront of British and NATO commitments around the world.
The Grenadier Guards		With a long and proud history, including the defeat of The Grenadiers of The French Imperial Guard at The Battle of Waterloo in 1815, The Grenadier Guards continue to play in important role within the Army’s Infantry force. Today, the Regiment’s soldiers are as likely to be involved on Operations in far-flung regions of the world as they are to be seen on duty as the Royal Guard in London.
The Scots Guards		The Scots Guards is the third Regiment of Foot Guards in the Guards Division, and the original bodyguard of King Charles I in 1642. Ever proud of their service, loyalty and hard-won reputation as fighting soldiers, today’s Scots Guardsmen are all-round Armoured Infantry soldiers whose skills can include mortar, reconnaissance or sniper capabilities – as well as their State and Ceremonial duties in London.
The Irish Guards		Formed in 1900 by order of Queen Victoria to commemorate the bravery of the Irish people during the Boer war, The Irish Guards today perform a Light Infantry role. Usually operating entirely on foot, its soldiers are equipped with a wide range of small arms, mortars, anti-tank weapons and surveillance equipment – often leading the way forward in a reconnaissance role. Equally, the Regiment plays an important part of the Army’s peace-keeping force.
The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment		As descendents of the King’s Own (Royal Lancaster Regiment), soldiers of The Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment enjoy the distinction of being called Kingsmen – with 330 years of tradition behind them. Operating in Light Infantry and Mechanised Infantry battalions, capable of high levels of sustained firepower and mobility, today’s Kingsmen are equally effective policing urban areas, peacekeeping and providing humanitarian support.
The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers		Born of a long line of historic Fusilier Regiments, The Royal Regiment of Fusiliers upholds the fighting spirit and toughness of fusiliers past. Originally named after the ‘fusil’ – a flintlock musket first carried by its soldiers – the modern Fusiliers are trained in the latest weaponry and operate in Light Infantry and Armoured Infantry roles on vital Operations around the world. At the same time, the Regiment maintains its proud ceremonial duties in London.
The Mercian Regiment		Including Light Infantry, Armoured Battalions and TA soldiers, The Mercian Regiment is a formidable infantry Regiment – a force trained to defeat Britain's enemies on any front. To reach the standards of professionalism required to successfully handle key deployments on Operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, soldiers train both within the UK and in environments as remote as the jungles of Belize.
The Royal Irish Regiment		With a 300-year history of distinguished service including action everywhere from Waterloo to Dunkirk, and Sierra Leone to Afghanistan, the Royal Irish Regiment’s soldiers – known as ‘Rangers’ – continue to uphold the spirit and professionalism of the Irish soldier as an equally effective fighter and peacekeeper. The last remaining Irish Infantry of the line, 1st Battalion today forms part of 16 Air Assault Brigade – the UK’s high-readiness, early-entry force, operating alongside Apache Attack helicopters and The Parachute Regiment.
The Rifles		Comprising of five Regular and two Territorial Army battalions, The Rifles is the Army’s largest Infantry Regiment. Performing in Light, Armoured or Mechanised Infantry roles, Soldiers are trained in the latest techniques and weaponry. Some specialising in disciplines such as anti-tank teams, communications, drivers, medics and logisticians. Training in environments as diverse as Arctic and desert, The Rifles is a highly respected infantry Regiment capable of deploying on Operations at short notice.