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Irish Legion
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For the two American Civil War units, see List of American Civil War legions. For the unit which fought under Simón Bolívar in Latin America, see British Legions.
The Irish Legion (French: Légion irlandaise) was a light infantry regiment in service of the French Imperial Army established in 1803 for an anticipated invasion of Ireland. It was later expanded to a four battalions and a depot, the legion won distinction in the Walcheren Expedition, the Peninsular War, and the German Campaign of 1813. Following the disbandment of the foreign regiments in 1815, the regiment's personnel were distributed.
Quick Facts Irish Legion 3rd Foreign Regiment (Irish), Active ...
Irish Legion 3rd Foreign Regiment (Irish) | |
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Active | August 1803 – September 1815 |
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Type | Light Infantry |
Size | Regiment of four battalions[note 1] |
Part of | Imperial Foreign Troops |
Dépôt | Bois-le-Duc, Bouches-du-Rhin |
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