He was appointed colonel and chief of the general staff in 1938.

He continued his military career after the war, and was appointed colonel in 1968.

In 1843 he was appointed colonel of the 76th foot.

He was appointed colonel of the regiment on 19 February 1773.

He was appointed lieutenant-general, and colonel of the 13th Foot in 1813.

He was appointed colonel on march 24, 1802, and donated $2,435 for the clothing of the soldiers.

He was appointed Colonel of the 36th Foot in 1751.

In 1823 he was appointed colonel of the 30th Foot, retaining that command until his death.

By 1859 he was appointed colonel of the regiment.

In it Richards was appointed major, and then colonel.