City of Edinburgh (Fortress) Royal Engineers | |
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Active | 1886–1999 |
Country | United Kingdom |
Branch | Territorial Army (United Kingdom) |
Role | Coast Defence Field Engineering |
Garrison/HQ | Edinburgh |
Engagements | World War I |
The City of Edinburgh (Fortress) Royal Engineers was a volunteer unit of the British Army under various titles from 1886 until 1999. Its main role was defence of the Firth of Forth, but it also provided detachments for active service in the field during both World Wars.