51st (Leeds Rifles) Royal Tank Regiment
The 51st (Leeds Rifles) Royal Tank Regiment (51 RTR) was an armoured regiment of the British Territorial Army that fought in the Tunisian and Italian campaigns during World War II and continued to serve during the 1950s.
| 51st (Leeds Rifles) Royal Tank Regiment | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1939–1956 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Branch | British Army |
| Type | Armoured |
| Size | Regiment |
| Garrison/HQ | Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Anniversaries | Cambrai Day (20 November) |
| Engagements | World War II |
| Decorations | Maple Leaf |
| Battle honours | 'North Africa', 'Italy' |
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