Few regiments of the British Army have a tale to tell as varied and exciting as the Royal Regiment of Wales - from the time it served in Ireland as long ago as 1689, throughout Marlborough's campaigns, the American War of Independence, until the present day. It is now recognised for its modern professionalism and its distinct Welsh flair.

The Regiment has taken part in every major campaign and war, winning high praise wherever it has gone. In its long record of cheerful courage, whatever the odds, the Royal Regiment of Wales and its predecessors have won 29 Victoria Crosses, Britain's highest award for gallantry, and over one hundred Battle Honours.

St David’s Day (1 March) 2006 saw the formation of a new Infantry Regiment in the British Army called ‘The Royal Welsh’. This change of structure for Wales united the regular and cadet battalions of The Royal Welch Fusiliers and The Royal Regiment of Wales (24th/41st Foot) and the territorials of The Royal Welsh Regiment.