Private 11th Light Dragoons 1798

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In 1783, the 10th Dragoons were retitled the 10th, or Prince of Wales’s Own, Light Dragoons. The 11th Dragoons were retitled the 11th Light Dragoons.

10th Light Dragoons 1783 – 1803

The Prince of Wales’ plume and motto “Ich Dien” (meaning “I serve” in German) became the regimental badge of the 10th. The Prince of Wales took a close interest in the regiment and was given the honorary title of Colonel Commandant in 1793.

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