Meryton Militia Regiment

Story so far

The Meryton militia regiment has recently arrived in the neighbourhood and will remain through the winter, with Meryton as its headquarters. Its officers rapidly become the most interesting subject in the lives of Kitty Bennet and Lydia Bennet, who visit their aunt in town to gather news and learn their names, connections, lodgings, and habits.

Mr. Philips's visits among the officers turn gossip into acquaintance. The regiment has already sent Colonel Forster and Captain Carter into the younger sisters' conversation, while Mrs. Bennet admits she still has a weakness for a red coat and would welcome a rich smart colonel as a son-in-law.

Appearance

It is a wintering militia regiment whose officers wear regimentals, including red coats. Its number, uniform details, standards, and barracks are not yet described.

Role

It is the local military presence that shifts Kitty and Lydia's attention from wealthy bachelors to uniformed officers.

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