1 R IRISH Troop the Colour. Culture, Sport, and Leisure Soldiers life The Royal Irish Rangers The Royal Irish Regiment Home Explore Our Stories 1 R IRISH Troop the Colour. The 1st Battalion The Royal Irish Rangers, commanded by Lt Col W H Clements, ‘Troop the Colour’ at Battlesbury Barracks, Warminster on 16 June 1976. Photo gallery TRACE YOUR STORY Our researchers can assist you in tracing the service details of soldiers and officers of the British Army. Start your journey