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 | | In 1692, the regiment took part in the bloody Battle of Steenkirk, and the courage and professionalism of the soldiers from the [[British Isles]] was truly proven in that bitter battle, though it did end in a defeat for the Allies, with both sides suffering heavy losses. |
 | | The regiment gained its first battle honour for the Siege of Namur, their second battle honour would not come for many years. |
 | | The battle was quite fiece, and the 3rd Foot Guards suffered quite badly, losing over 100 officers and men during the engagement. |
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