64th (2nd Staffordshire) Regiment of Foot

The 64th (2nd Staffordshire) Regiment of Foot was an infantry regiment of the British Army, raised in 1758. Over the course of its existence, it saw service in various conflicts and locations, including the American Revolutionary War, the Napoleonic Wars, and colonial deployments across the globe.

Originally raised as the 64th Regiment of Foot, it was later designated the 2nd Staffordshire Regiment, reflecting its association with the county of Staffordshire in England. This association aided in recruitment and provided a sense of regional identity for the regiment.

Throughout its history, the regiment underwent numerous reorganizations and amalgamations common to the British Army. It participated in key battles and campaigns, earning battle honours that reflected its service and contributions. Specific engagements of note would be detailed in regimental histories and records.

In 1881, as part of the Childers Reforms, the 64th (2nd Staffordshire) Regiment of Foot was amalgamated with the 98th (Prince of Wales's Own) Regiment of Foot to form the Prince of Wales's (North Staffordshire Regiment). This marked the end of the 64th as a distinct unit within the British Army, its traditions and history being carried on within the new regiment. Records of the 64th Regiment, including muster rolls, officer lists, and campaign reports, are typically held within national archives and military museums.