British Regulars at the Battle of the Maroon Island.
- "Governor Woodes Rogers holds Nassau Town with a full company of British Regulars."
- ―The Maroon Queen in XXV.
British Regulars are the foot soldiers of the British Army. They can also serve on Royal Navy ships. They are well disciplined and well trained. They are also known as Redcoats due to their distinctive uniform.
History[]
The British Army in the 18th century was disciplined, regimented but also harsh. Camp life was dirt and cramped, with high potential for the rapid spread of disease. Punishments could range from flogging to a death sentence. Even so, many volunteered to join the army, hoping to escape the bleak conditions of life in the cities and a chance to travel the world while earning a regular wage.
Regulars often fought with auxiliary forces such as militias, and provisional cavalry. They would often act as a constabulary force within the British Isles.
While primarily an infantry force, Regulars can also serve as dragoons, or mounted infantry. They also work closely with the Navy, and Redcoats are stationed on Royal Navy ships.
In his efforts to civilize Nassau, newly appointed Governor Woodes Rogers is loaned three warships of the Royal Navy and 700 British Regulars to aid in his efforts. Despite their being called home due to war breaking out with Spain, hundreds of soldiers mutiny and fight alongside Rogers against the pirates until his capture and arrest.