1st Battalion The Royal Green Jackets

The 1st Battalion The Royal Green Jackets was an infantry unit of the British Army, formed in 1966 through the merger of three regiments. Known for their distinctive green uniforms, they specialized in rapid deployment, reconnaissance, and close combat. The battalion served in various operational roles worldwide, including peacekeeping missions and combat deployments. In 2007, it was amalgamated into The Rifles, a larger multi-attribution regiment. The battalion had a proud history of discipline, versatility, and commitment to duty, representing British military professionalism and heritage.