78th Fraser Highlanders

The 78th Regiment, (Highland) Regiment of Foot also known as the 78th Fraser Highlanders was a British infantry regiment of the line raised in Scotland in 1757, to fight in the Seven Years' War (also known as the French and Indian War in the US.). The 78th Regiment was one of the first three Highland Regiments to fight in North America.

78th Regiment of Foot
Active1757–1763
Country Kingdom of Great Britain
Branch British Army
TypeInfantry
Nickname(s)Fraser's Highlanders
Motto(s)Je suis prest
ColorsWhite or Buff facings
EngagementsFrench and Indian War
Commanders
Notable
commanders
Simon Fraser of Lovat
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