British Royal Regiment of Fusiliers Red and White Hackle

The British Royal Regiment of Fusiliers Red and White Hackle is a distinctive military plume traditionally worn in the headdress of this infantry regiment of the British Army. The hackle consists of red over white feathers, measuring approximately 6 inches in length, and is affixed to the side of the beret or feather bonnet. The origin of the colored hackle dates back to the 18th century, with the current red over white pattern officially authorized in 1829 to commemorate the regiment’s actions at the Battle of St. Lucia in 1778. This specific color combination serves as an immediate visual identifier of the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers among British Army units. The hackle remains a regulated item of regimental dress, worn during ceremonial parades, formal occasions, and as part of standard regimental uniform. This item is of interest to collectors of British military insignia and uniforms due to its longstanding association with British infantry traditions.