The 40th was founded in 1989 by several veteran reenactors who wanted to recreate a British unit as it appeared during the war with a level of authenticity that had not been seen in the hobby heretofore. Then the Light Infantry Co. of the 40th was selected for recreation. As the American Revolution progressed, the British Army experienced major transitions in appearance and tactics. The uniforms, equipment and maneuvers used by the armies of Europe were, in many instances, no longer adequate to ensure success in the colonies. Ground breaking research by the 40th Foot has revealed the adaptations made by His Majesty's forces in these areas. Upon acceptance into the 40th, each recruit receives a packet with documentation for the regiments uniform and equipment. This documentation is based upon the 40th Orderly Book, paintings, and original equipment of the Revolutionary War period.

With attention to detail and authenticity, the uniforms and equipment have been carefully reproduced. In the field the 40th Foot demonstrates the physically demanding, quick, responsive tactics that were developed by the British to meet the challenges put forth by terrain and the American Continental Army. Long forgotten, these tactics are brought to life once again. The tactics and maneuvers used by the 40th differ greatly from the close-order drill that is commonly associated with the British Army and Revolutionary War. Because our membership is spread out from New England to Virginia to Ohio we rely on morning drills at events to exercise the men in light infantry tactics. A videotape is being prepared for the membership that will demonstrate these maneuvers.

The result is that the 40th Regiment of Foot is one of the most authentic and respected living history units in existence today.

His Majesty's 40th Reg. of Foot. © 2008.

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