Formation of the 17th Lancers.

The 17th Lancers was originally raised in 1759 as the 18th Regiment of Light Dragoons. It went through several name changes before becoming the 17th Lancers in 1822. The regiment was formed as part of the British Army and served as a cavalry unit. The formation of the 17th Lancers was a response to the military needs and strategic considerations of the time. Cavalry regiments played a vital role in the British Army, providing mobility, reconnaissance, and shock value on the battlefield.

The 17th Lancers went on to serve in numerous conflicts and campaigns throughout its history, earning a reputation for bravery and distinguished service. The regiment participated in notable battles such as Waterloo, Balaklava (Charge of the Light Brigade), and the Battle of Somme.

The 17th Lancers, as an individual regiment, no longer exists in the present-day British Army. The regiment went through amalgamations and reorganizations over time, ultimately merging with other cavalry regiments. The last merger occurred in 1993 when it joined with the 16th/5th The Queen's Royal Lancers to form the Queen's Royal Lancers.