1st Malaya Infantry Brigade
The 1st Malaya Infantry Brigade was a regular infantry brigade formed in 1939 with its headquarters in Singapore immediately after the outbreak of hostilities in Europe. The Brigade participated in the Battle of Singapore against the Japanese until the surrender of the garrison in February 1942.
| 1st Malaya Infantry Brigade | |
|---|---|
Men of the Malay Regiment at bayonet practice | |
| Active | 1939-1942 |
| Disbanded | 1942 |
| Country | British Malaya |
| Allegiance | British Crown |
| Branch | Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | Brigade |
| Part of | Malaya Command |
| Garrison/HQ | Singapore |
| Engagements | Malayan campaign - Battle of Kota Bahru Battle of Singapore - Battle of Pasir Panjang |
| Commanders | |
| Last commanding officer | Brig G.C.R. Williams |
| Notable commanders | Michael Gambier-Parry |
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