The Imperial Yeomanry was a British volunteer cavalry regiment that mainly saw action during the Second Boer War. Officially created on 24 December 1899, the regiment was based on members of standing Yeomanry regiments, but also contained a large contingent of mid-upper class English volunteers. In Ireland 120 men were recruited in February 1900. It was officially disbanded in 1908.
| Imperial Yeomanry | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1899 - 1908 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Branch | Army |
| Type | Mounted Infantry |
| Size | Regiment |
| Engagements | Second Boer War |
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