7th/11th Hussars
The 7th/11th Hussars was a light cavalry regiment and later light armoured regiment of the Non-Permanent Active Militia of the Canadian Militia (now the Canadian Army). The regiment was formed in 1936 by the amalgamation of the 7th Hussars and the 11th Hussars from the Eastern Townships of Quebec. In 1965, the regiment was amalgamated with The Sherbrooke Regiment (RCAC) to form The Sherbrooke Hussars.
| 7th/11th Hussars | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1936–1965 |
| Country | Canada |
| Branch | Canadian Militia (1836–1940) Canadian Army (1940–1965) |
| Type | Hussars |
| Role | Light cavalry Armoured |
| Size | One regiment |
| Part of | Non-Permanent Active Militia (1936–1940) Royal Canadian Armoured Corps (1940–1965) |
| Garrison/HQ | Bury, Quebec |
| Motto(s) | Steady |
| Engagements | First World War Second World War |
| Battle honours | See #Battle Honours |
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