Argyll and Bute Militia
The Argyll & Bute Militia was a part-time military unit in the west of Scotland from 1798 to 1909, serving in Home Defence during the French Revolutionary War, Napoleonic Wars and Second Boer War. Originally an infantry regiment, it was converted into artillery in 1861.
| Argyllshire Militia Argyll & Bute Rifles Argyll & Bute Artillery Militia West of Scotland Artillery | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1798–1909 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Branch | Militia |
| Role | Infantry (1798–1861) Garrison Artillery (1861–1908) Field Artillery (1908–09) |
| Part of | Scottish Division, RA (1882–89) Southern Division, RA (1889–1902) |
| Garrison/HQ | Campbeltown Maryhill Barracks |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | John Campbell, 7th Duke of Argyll John Campbell, 2nd Marquess of Breadalbane |
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