The Royal Hamilton Light Infantry (Wentworth Regiment)
The Royal Hamilton Light Infantry (Wentworth Regiment) is a Primary Reserve unit of the Canadian Forces based at John W. Foote VC Armouries in Hamilton, Ontario.
The regiment has a long history, descending from the 13th Regiment, formed December 11, 1862, on a general order issued by the Governor General. It has earned thirty-nine battle honours in the two World Wars. Most recently, members from the regiment have deployed to Afghanistan as part of the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF). They suffered their greatest single day of losses at Dieppe, France on August 19, 1942.
The regiment perpetuates the 2nd Regiment of the York Militia from the War of 1812 as well as the 4th, 86th, 120th, 129th, and 205th Battalions, Canadian Expeditionary Force from the First World War.
The anniversary of Dieppe is recognized each year by the regiment.
Read more about The Royal Hamilton Light Infantry (Wentworth Regiment): History 1862–1913, Recent Activities, Alliances, Order of Precedence, Notable Soldiers, Traditions, Basic Facts, Regimental History, Music, Royal Hamilton Light Infantry Heritage Museum
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