The 1852 Act introduced Artillery Militia units in addition to the traditional infantry regiments. Their role was to man coastal defences and fortifications, relieving the Royal Artillery for active service. In June 1860 the East York Artillery Militia appeared in the Army List, but no officers were appointed to it, and in December 1860 it was announced that it would be joined with the North Riding unit that was also being formed. The East and North York Artillery Militia appeared in the Army List from January 1861; one captain and 257 volunteers were transferred to the new unit from the East York Militia.Litchfield, pp. 145–6.Norfolk, Appendix V.
