The regiment was formed from the union of the 44th (East Essex) Regiment of Foot and the 56th (West Essex) Regiment of Foot. Following action in all major conflicts it was gradually disbanded in the years after World War II.
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Essex Regiment
{Between the crests of the Essex Regiment and West Ham United:} Dedicated in ...
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