53rd Brigade (United Kingdom)
The 53rd Brigade was an infantry brigade of the British Army that saw active service in both the First and Second World Wars. In the First World War, the brigade served with 18th (Eastern) Division and during the Second with the 18th Infantry Division.
53rd Brigade 53rd Infantry Brigade | |
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British 18th (Eastern) Division insignia | |
Active | 1914-1919 1939-1942 |
Country | United Kingdom |
Branch | Territorial Army |
Type | Infantry |
Size | Brigade |
Part of | 18th (Eastern) Division 18th Infantry Division |
Engagements | Battle of Muar (Malayan Campaign) Battle of Singapore |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Harold Higginson |
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