188th (2/1st Northumberland) Brigade
The 188th (2/1st Northumberland) Brigade was formed in 1915 as a 2nd Line infantry brigade of the British Army's Territorial Force. It commanded four battalions of the Northumberland Fusiliers in the Home Defence role. It was broken up in November 1916 as its battalions were posted away.
| 188th (2/1st Northumberland) Brigade | |
|---|---|
| Active | 5 January 1915 – 14 November 1916 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Allegiance | British Crown |
| Branch | British Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Role | Training and Home Defence |
| Size | Brigade |
| Part of | 63rd (2nd Northumbrian) Division |
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