77th Indian Infantry Brigade
The 77th Indian Infantry Brigade was an infantry brigade formation of the Indian Army during World War II. It was formed in India in June 1942. The brigade was assigned to the Chindits and organised into eight columns for operations behind enemy lines in Burma. In March 1945, it was converted into the 77th Indian Parachute Brigade and assigned to the 44th Airborne Division.
| 77th Indian Infantry Brigade 77th Indian Parachute Brigade | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1942–1945 |
| Country | British India |
| Allegiance | British Empire |
| Branch | British Indian Army |
| Type | Infantry Airborne forces |
| Role | Parachute infantry |
| Size | Brigade |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Orde Wingate Mike Calvert |
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