5th Infantry Brigade (New Zealand)
The 5th Infantry Brigade was an infantry brigade formation of the New Zealand Military Forces, active during World War II as part of the 2nd New Zealand Division. It saw service during the Battle of Greece, the Battle of Crete, the North African Campaign and the Italian Campaign before being disbanded in late 1945.
| 5th Infantry Brigade | |
|---|---|
5th Infantry Brigade on parade in Italy, 8 May 1944 | |
| Active | 1940–45 |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Branch | New Zealand Military Forces |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | Brigade |
| Part of | 2nd New Zealand Division |
| Engagements | World War II
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| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | James Hargest Howard Kippenberger Keith Lindsay Stewart |
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