Modern Successor
Through the process of amalgamation and restructuring of the Army, the lineage of the 55th Foot now rests with the 3rd Battalion of the Duke of Lancaster's Regiment (King's Lancashire and Border). The 18th century colours of the 55th are laid up at Kendal Parish Church.
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