ROYAL ARTILLERY
The Royal Artillery know as the 'Gunners' was formed on 26th May 1716.
King George I issued a Royal Warrant authorising the formation of a permanent artillery force of two companies in Woolwich.
Royal Warrant of 26th May 1716 authorising the formation of the Royal Artillery |
In 1832 William I granted the Royal Artillery the motto UBIQUE in recognition of services across the world and participation in virtually every major battle.
UBIQUE
Everywhere
QUO FAS ET GLORIA DUCUNT
Whither right and glory lead
The Royal Horse Artillery was formed in 1793 to provide artillery support to cavalry units of the British Army.
ROYAL ARTILLERY CAP BADGE
ST BARBARA
PATRON SAINT OF THE GUNNERS
St Barbara is the patron saint of the Royal Regiment of Artillery and Gunners throughout the world. She is commemorated on 4th December.
CAPTAIN GENERAL ROYAL ARTILLERY
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Captain General Royal Regiment Of Artillery
The Master Gunner of St James Park is head of the Royal Regiment of Artillery. The Master Gunner is the channel of communication between the Regiment and the Captain General.
UBIQUE
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