He went on to be the regiment's commanding officer in 1883, and held the office of honorary colonel from 1909 until his death.

He remained an honorary colonel until 8 June 1953.

He was transferred to the reserve of officers as an honorary colonel in October 1944.

Following the War, he continued his connections with the Army, as an honorary colonel.

He was honorary colonel of the regiment at the time of his death.

He was promoted honorary colonel on 13 September 1902.

In his capacity as honorary colonel in chief, he tested weapons.

We must acknowledge that honorary colonels of regiments play an important part.

In 1972, he was made an honorary colonel.

I am not certain that the honorary colonel of the regiment was given the notice that he could expect.