The Buffs (Royal East Kent Regiment) had a history dating back to 1572 and was one of the oldest regiments in the British Army being the 3rd Regiment of Foot.
Its names have included:
- 1665-1689 The Holland Regiment
- 1689-1708 Prince George of Denmark's Regiment
- 1751-1782 3rd Regiment of Foot - or The Buffs
- 1782-1881 3rd (East Kent) Regiment of Foot (The Buffs)
- 1881-1935 The Buffs (East Kent Regiment)
- 1935-1961 The Buffs (Royal East Kent Regiment)
In 1961 it was amalgamated with the The Queen's Own Royal West Kent Regiment to form
- The Queen's Own Buffs, The Royal Kent Regiment
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Last updated: 05-07-2005 17:04:13
