| 94th Regiment of Foot | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1760–1763 |
| Country | |
| Branch | |
| Type | Line Infantry |
| Role | Infantry |
| Size | One battalion |
| Engagements | Seven Years' War French and Indian War |
The 94th Regiment of Foot was a British Army regiment formed in Wales in January 1760. [1] It saw action in North America later in the year during the French and Indian War and then took part, alongside the Royal Marines, [2] in the Capture of Belle Île in April 1761 during the Seven Years' War, before sailing for the West Indies later in the year. [1] In the West Indies it took part in the Invasion of Dominica in June 1761. [1] The invasion was led by Lord Rollo who had been appointed by Lord Amherst to take command. [3] The regiment went on to take part in the Invasion of Martinique in January 1762. [1] It was disbanded in 1763. [1]
The regiment was commanded throughout its existence by Lieutenant-Colonel John Vaughan (later promoted Lieutenant-General). [4]