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Any military historians???
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Peterkinz | Report | 20 Aug 2007 02:05 |
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Which regiment(s) were quartered in Chichester Barracks at census time 1861?? Did any of them serve in New Zealand during the 1860's? Thanks Peter |
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Terence | Report | 20 Aug 2007 10:57 |
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Hi Peter The Regiment that made mose use of the barracks was 35th the Regiment of Foot. This Regiment later became known as the Royal Sussex Regiment. In August 1854 the Regiment embarked for India and took part in the Indian Mutiny in 1857. After the mutiny the Regiment became linked with the 107th (Bengal Infantry) Regiment, which was raised by East India Company in 1853. In 1861 it was transferred to British Service with all other European Regiments of the Company's Private Army. From a register of Baptisms there is evidence that the 96th of foot, later 2nd Bn Manchester Regiment were also here in 1861 It is possible that other Regiments also were based at these barracks in 1861. Hope this helps. Terry |
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Peterkinz | Report | 20 Aug 2007 19:09 |
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Thanks - 96th were in NZ so that may help.... Peter |
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