44th (Ferozepore) Brigade
The Ferozepore Brigade was an infantry brigade of the British Indian Army that formed part of the Indian Army during the First World War. It was formed in December 1914 as part of the 3rd Lahore Divisional Area for service on the North West Frontier and renamed as 44th (Ferozepore) Brigade in August 1915. It remained in India throughout the First World War but saw active service in the Third Anglo-Afghan War with the 16th Indian Division.
| Ferozepore Brigade 44th (Ferozepore) Brigade Ferozepore Brigade Area | |
|---|---|
| Active | 7 December 1914 – February 1942 |
| Country | British India |
| Allegiance | British Crown |
| Branch | British Indian Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | Brigade |
| Part of | 3rd Lahore Divisional Area 16th Indian Division Lahore District |
| Garrison/HQ | Ferozepore |
| Service | First World War Third Anglo-Afghan War Second World War |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Br.-Gen. A.M.S. Elsmie |
Post-war, the brigade underwent a number of changes in designation before settling on Ferozepore Brigade Area by the outbreak of the Second World War. It was broken up in February 1942.
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