B Company, 1st Battalion, Royal Ulster Rifles

'Quis Separabit'

Uniforms   Equipment   Training Resources Join Us The Royal Ulster Rifles were formed in 1921 from the Royal Irish Rifles, and with battle honours such as the Somme going before them, it was clear that this new Irish regiment was to become something special. And indeed in the second war to befall the world between 1939 and 1945, the Rifles were to gain the honour as the only regiment to have battalions both landinding on D-Day in the air (1st Battalion) and also on the beaches (2nd Battalion). It is this distinguished Regiment which we aim to keep alive in the form of our Living History Group. In 1968 the Royal Ulster Rifles was amalgamated into the newly formed Royal Irish Rangers, and later in 1992 further amalgamation into the Royal Irish Regiment took place. More recently in 2005 the Royal Irish Regiment was downsized to one remaining Battalion (1st General Service Battalion), who in the keeping are part of 16 Air Assault Brigade; the modern equivalent of the Airlanding Brigades of WW2. Based in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, we are a true representation of this infamous Irish regiment. We are currently at section strength with around 8 members, and are always seeking new members. So if you like what you see and have a keen interest in military history and militaria, get in touch and we will soon be in touch.

Interested in Re-enactment?

We are not just interested in WW2 re-enactors and enthusiasts joining our ranks, if you have an passion for or an interest in any era of 20th Century military history we would be interested in hearing from you.   We run various training days and public events all across Northern Ireland, and by visiting the Calendar section of this site, you are able to come along and talk to us before making any decisions, or perhaps you have an item of clothing or equipment you would like identified, bring it along and we will try our best to help you out!   If you want to find out more information, please E-Mail us at rhq@royalulsterrifles.co.uk What it is to be a Rifleman Find out more in the Join B-Company section

We pride ourselves in being as historcially accurate as circumstances dictate, and all members have a working knowledge of military principles and are confident in all aspects of handling and operating the equipment and vehicles of the period.   Re-enactment and living history is not just a hobby, it is a way of life and knowing the barrell from the butt is critical in what is often a dangerous and daunting environment, and it is the combined experience of our members which make us the professional section upholding the tradition and honour of those men of all services who gave their lives for King and Country.   Quis Separabit (Who shall seperate us)