The Essex Yeomanry was a yeomanry regiment of the British Army raised in 1797. The regiment recruited volunteers from the county of Essex in the East of England. The Essex Yeomanary is currently a troop within the Inns of Court & City and Essex Yeomanry (ICCEY) Signal Squadron.
| The Essex Yeomanry | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1797-present |
| Country | Britain |
| Branch | Army |
| Type | Yeomanry |
| Role | Signals |
| Size | Troop |
| Garrison/HQ | Chelmsford |
| Motto | Decus Et Tutamen (Honour and Protection) |
| Engagements | First Battle of Ypres Battle of Frezenberg Battle of Loos Battle of Arras Battle of the Hindenburg Line Battle of the St Quentin Canal Pursuit to Mons |
Read more about Essex Yeomanry: Essex Yeomanry Band
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