The Hessian regiments were named for their formal commanding officers.

The regiment was formed in 1983 and was named 254 Field Ambulance.

A Hessian regiment was usually named after its "Chef."

After India gained Independence the regiment was named 8th Light Cavalry.

The regiments were named after the territory in which they were recruited.

The primary purpose was to improve recruiting, but no links were actually formed with the counties after which the regiments were named.

The regiment was named after Queen Augusta in 1890 - to commemorate her death.

As a result, the new regiment was named the "King's Own Fusiliers".

This decision was effected on January 1, 1992 and the new regiment was named Telegrafregimentet.

From 1689 on, this regiment was named Jämtlands dragonregemente, but had only one company of cavalry troops.