diff --git a/ChangeLog b/ChangeLog
index 448896fb1..d94b65e59 100644
--- a/ChangeLog
+++ b/ChangeLog
@@ -1,6 +1,7 @@
 === Deluge 1.1.6 - (In Development) ===
 ==== Core ====
   * Fix udp trackers being classified as DHT source
+  * Fix #855 force a resume on a torrent if a 'Force Recheck' is initiated
 
 === Deluge 1.1.5 - (16 March 2009) ===
 ==== Core ====
diff --git a/deluge/core/torrent.py b/deluge/core/torrent.py
index a9702fc56..7a54665c0 100644
--- a/deluge/core/torrent.py
+++ b/deluge/core/torrent.py
@@ -841,6 +841,7 @@ class Torrent:
         """Forces a recheck of the torrents pieces"""
         try:
             self.handle.force_recheck()
+            self.handle.resume()
         except Exception, e:
             log.debug("Unable to force recheck: %s", e)
             return False