In what year did Montgomery join the British Army?
1720
1740
1756
1770
Answer
Montgomery enlisted in the British Army in 1756, at the age of 18. He was commissioned as an ensign in the 20th Foot, a regiment known as the "Jamaica Regiment" due to its historical association with the Caribbean island. Montgomery's military career would span several decades and take him to various parts of the world, including the Americas, Europe, and India.
The Extraordinary Journey of Richard Montgomery: From British Soldier to American Patriot
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