5th Battalion (Western Cavalry), CEF

The 5th Battalion (Western Cavalry), CEF, known as "Tuxford's Dandys," was an infantry battalion of the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the Great War.

5th Battalion (Western Cavalry), CEF
Distinguishing patch of the battalion
Active1914–1920
Disbanded1920
CountryCanada
BranchCanadian Expeditionary Force
TypeInfantry
SizeOne Battalion
Part of2nd Canadian Infantry Brigade, 1st Canadian Division
Mobilization headquartersCamp Valcartier
Nickname(s)Tuxford's Dandies
EngagementsFirst World War
Battle honours
Commanders
Notable
commanders
BGen George Tuxford
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