The British Army’s newest regiment, the King’s Gurkha Artillery (KGA), has proudly revealed its official cap badge, marking a significant milestone in the unit’s formation and forging a powerful symbol of heritage, service and honour.
Approved by His Majesty The King, the badge combines the iconic crossed khukuris, a symbol of the Gurkhas’ legendary bravery, with the field gun emblem of the Royal Artillery. It bears two Latin mottos: “Ubique” (“Everywhere”) and “Quo Fas et Gloria Ducunt” (“Whither Right and Glory Lead”).
The new insignia is the first Gurkha regimental badge to be created in 14 years and finalises the formal identity of the KGA, following its announcement earlier this year.
Over the next four years, 400 Gurkhas will join the Regiment, which will be based at Larkhill, Wiltshire, the heart of British artillery training. The first group of KGA Gunners is expected to graduate from the Infantry Training Centre in Catterick in November 2025, joining those already undergoing artillery training.
The formation of the King’s Gurkha Artillery adds a formidable new capability to the British Army’s firepower, with the Regiment set to deliver targeted, lethal artillery support alongside the wider Royal Artillery.
A Proud Symbol of Two Great Traditions
Lieutenant Colonel Michael Fletcher, Commander of the KGA, said the badge represents the merging of two proud traditions.
“All of the Officers and Soldiers of The King’s Gurkha Artillery are incredibly proud and honoured that His Majesty The King has approved the regimental badge. This marks another important step in the formation of the Regiment.
“The cap badge, crossed khukuris, the symbol synonymous with the courage and skill of the Gurkha soldier, placed over the gun and motto of The Royal Artillery, is fitting as we bring together two proud and distinguished histories to create the Army’s newest Regiment.”
Lt Col Fletcher added that the KGA soldiers currently in training are already excelling:
“KGA soldiers are training on artillery equipment now and are thriving, demonstrating tactical and technical expertise. We look forward to an exciting future.”
The announcement follows months of careful planning and preparation to stand up the new unit, part of the Army’s modernisation efforts to strengthen and adapt its combat support capabilities.
