66th (Berkshire) Regiment of Foot
The 66th (Berkshire) Regiment of Foot was an infantry regiment of the British Army, raised in 1756. Under the Childers Reforms it amalgamated with the 49th (Princess Charlotte of Wales's) (Hertfordshire) Regiment of Foot to form the Princess Charlotte of Wales's (Berkshire Regiment) in 1881.
| 66th (Berkshire) Regiment of Foot | |
|---|---|
| Active | 10 December 1756–1 July 1881 |
| Country | Kingdom of Great Britain (1756–1800) United Kingdom (1801–1881) |
| Branch | British Army |
| Type | Line infantry |
| Size | One battalion (two battalions 1803–1816) |
| Garrison/HQ | Brock Barracks, Reading |
| Colours | Facings – Green |
| Engagements | Napoleonic Wars Anglo-Nepalese War Second Anglo-Afghan War |
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