Royal Nova Scotia Regiment
The Royal Nova Scotia Regiment (Nova Scotia Fencibles) was a battalion of infantry raised in 1793 to defend British interests in the colony of Nova Scotia during the Wars of the French Revolution. The unit was commanded by Colonel John Wentworth, the lieutenant-governor of the colony, throughout its existence. The Royal Nova Scotia Regiment (RNSR) had an undistinguished history through most of its existence, and saw very limited action, mostly in the role of marines, but did play an important role in the defense of Nova Scotia during these wars.
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Royal Nova Scotia Regiment
The Royal Nova Scotia Regiment (Nova Scotia Fencibles) was a battalion of infantry raised in 1793 to defend British interests in the colony of Nova Scotia during the Wars of the French Revolution. The unit was commanded by Colonel John Wentworth, the lieutenant-governor of the colony, throughout its existence. The Royal Nova Scotia Regiment (RNSR) had an undistinguished history through most of its existence, and saw very limited action, mostly in the role of marines, but did play an important role in the defense of Nova Scotia during these wars.
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The Royal Nova Scotia Regiment ...... Nova Scotia during these wars.
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6 companies, rising to 8 companies
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Saw only minor combat
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Provincial corps, North American command
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Col. John Wentworth
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Sydney, Nova Scotia
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Windsor
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Royal Nova Scotia Regiment of Foot
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The Royal Nova Scotia Regiment ...... Nova Scotia during these wars.
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