Oglethorpe's Regiment
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Oglethorpe's Regiment of Foot was an infantry regiment of the British Army formed for service in North America during the War of Jenkins' Ear. It was commanded by James Oglethorpe, first Governor of Georgia.[1][2][3]
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Oglethorpe's Regiment Old 42nd Foot | |
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Active | 1737-1748 |
Country | Great Britain |
Branch | British Army |
Type | Foot |
Role | Colonial service in America |
Size | Six line companies and a grenadier company |
Engagements | Siege of St. Augustine, 1740 Battle of Bloody Marsh, 1742 Battle of Gully Hole Creek, 1742 |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | James Oglethorpe |
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