"Cast Iron Sixth"

[Dave T]

I could not find previous reference to this so apologies in advance if this topic has already been covered in the past.

Can anyone throw any light on why the 6th Battalion the City of London Rifles were known as the Cast Iron Sixth?

Thanks

Dave

[spconnolly007]

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Cast-iron-Sixth-History-Battalion-Regiment/dp/1843421704 this will probably explain but no doubt the name was derived from their toughness in battle?

Regards,

Sean.