Royal Union Rifles

A light infantry battalion of the British Army of the Rhine. Quick march, quick to fight.

Unit record

Parent formation: 1st (British) Corps, British Army of the Rhine
Role: Mechanised infantry
Motto: Celer et Fidelis (Swift and Faithful)

History

Raised from the amalgamation of two old county regiments, the Royal Union Rifles keep the rifleman's traditions: black buttons, a fast march pace, and no colours to carry. The battalion was in its Red Mist exercise positions when the incidents on the border began, and crossed the IGB with the first wave of Operation Statant.

Joining the unit

Start with the British Army Basic Impression. Unit editors will add the battalion's own kit notes, insignia and contacts here.