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The Mercian Regiment is the proud inheritor of over 300 years of history and tradition.

On formation we have carried forward some of the customs and traditions of our antecedent regiments. Follow the links to find out more.

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Mercians in Video

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Mercians in the News

  • This is Staffordshire: In Afghanistan - Olivia brings feminine touch to busy company of 160 men
  • This is Staffordshire: In Afghanistan - leaving base's security for night of gunfire and shells
  • This is Staffordshire: In Afghanistan - the Staffords take fight to the insurgents
  • This is Staffordshire: In Afghanistan - death was a reality check after news came there was a man down
  • This is Staffordshire: In Afghanistan - our soldiers, on the frontline with the war against the Taliban
  • The Sun: 1 MERCIAN win Best Unit Award at Millies 2010
  • The Sun: 1 MERCIAN win Best Unit Award at Millies 2010
  • Runcorn & Widnes Weekly News: Prince Charles awards medals
  • Bromsgrove Advertiser: District Council to honour The Mercian Regiment
  • Liverpool Echo: Mercian soldiers parade through Birkenhead after tour in Afghanistan
  • Cheshire East Council: Crowds salute Mercian heroes in Congleton

Documents

  • Regimental Devices and Badges (PDF 29.35 kb)
  • Regimental Traditions (PDF 27.48 kb)

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