THE SOMERSET AND CORNWALL LIGHT INFANTRY
(13th, 32nd & 46th Foot)
The Somerset and Cornwall Light Infantry (SCLI) was formed on 6th October 1959 by the amalgamation of the Somerset Light Infantry (Prince Albert’s) and the Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry. On amalgamation the Regiment comprised one regular battalion — the 1st Battalion, stationed in Osnabruck in what was then West Germany, and two Territorial Army battalions — 4th/5th Battalion The Somerset Light Infantry (TA) and 4th/5th Battalion The Duke of Cornwall’s Light Infantry (TA).The Regimental Depot was at Bodmin and the Regimental Headquarters at Taunton.
The 1st Battalion received Colours in May 1962 whilst stationed in Gibraltar, the Colours being presented on behalf of Her Majesty The Queen by Field Marshal The Lord Harding of Petherton. The 1st Battalion served in West Berlin, Gravesend and Aden before becoming part of the new Regiment in 1968.
Presentation of new Colours to the 1st Battalion in Gibrlatar - May 1962
For further information on the Somerset and Cornwall Light Infantry, visit the Somerset Military Museum Web-site on:
http://www.sommilmuseum.org.uk/contactus.php
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Whilst every effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this information, personnel must confirm details through the chain of command or with their Administrative Office before taking any action or making any commitment.
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Last Reviewed: 1 Dec 03
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