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Why were the men of the first Newfoundland regiment known as the blue putt ees?
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What are the blue puttees?
The name Blue Puttees refers the Royal Newfoundland Regiment, who gallantly fought during WWI on behalf of Britain Newfoundland at this time was not a province of Canada, but still a colony of Britain. The name "blue puttees" comes from the blue cotton wraps the soldiers wore around their ankles. During the Battle of Somme at a place called Beaumont-Hamel, 801--men from the Newfoundland Regiment (Blue Puttees) went over-the-top.....Only 68 men survived....Sadly, a generation of Newfoundland's young men made the ultimate sacrifice....The Newfoundland Regiment was rebuilt and went on to fight at Monchy and Cambrai and would be granted the title of Royal in recognition of its conduct in the defense of Masnieres. The Royal Newfoundland Regiment served with honour and distinction. It was and is a credit to the people of Newfoundland and Canada
What was the nickname of the first Newfoundland troop?
I believe it was the Blue Puttees. Named after their pants which were blue, this Newfoundland Regiment had roots traced back to 1795. All the khaki materials used to create most uniforms were used, therefore their pants were blue; this was the only material available at the time. This is just off the top of my head. I'd double check if it is the Blue Puttees if I were you.
What was the first regiment formed?
The first infantry regiment was formed in the United States Army ad it was constituted on March 3, 1791. The colors were blue and white and the motto was "Semper Primus Always First."
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