Ballarat Volunteer Rifle Regiment

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History

The Ballarat Volunteer Rifle Regiment was formed at the Shakespeare Hotel in Main Road, Ballarat East. The first commander was Richard Belford.[1] Sheriff and former British Army officer, Robert Wallace, became the first full time Adjutant.

Legacy

Commanders

Robert Wallace


Members of the Regiment

# Name Date Joined Highest Rank Term
Richard Belford 1858-1859 Commanding Officer (elected)
Joseph Sleep 1960
William C. Smith
Robert Wallace Commanding Officer

See also

Notes


References

  1. Ballarat Courier, 08 August 2020.


Further Reading

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--Clare K.Gervasoni 14:45, 8 August 2020 (AEST)