167th (1st London) Brigade
The 167th (1st London) Brigade was an infantry formation of the British Territorial Army that saw active service in both the First and Second World Wars. It was the first Territorial formation to go overseas in 1914, garrisoned Malta, and then served with the 56th (London) Infantry Division on the Western Front. In the Second World War, it fought in the North African and Italian campaigns in the Second World War.
| West London Brigade 167th (1st London) Brigade | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1888–1919 1920–1946 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Branch | Territorial Army |
| Type | Infantry Motorised infantry |
| Size | Brigade |
| Part of | 56th (London) Division |
| Nickname(s) | "The Black Cats" (Second World War, divisional nickname) |
| Engagements | First World War Second World War |
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