53rd Indian Infantry Brigade

The 53rd Indian Infantry Brigade was an infantry formation of the Indian Army during the Second World War. It was formed in March 1942, in India. In April 1942, it was assigned to the 20th Indian Infantry Division but was soon after in August 1942 transferred to the 25th Indian Infantry Division, staying with the 25th until the end of the war.[1]

53rd Indian Infantry Brigade
Active1942–1945
CountryBritish India
AllegianceBritish Crown
BranchBritish Indian Army
SizeBrigade
EngagementsBurma Campaign
Commanders
Notable
commanders
Brigadier G A P Coldstream
Brigadier A G O'C Scott
Brigadier R A Hutton
Brigadier B C H Gerty

Formation

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References

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  1. ^ "53 Indian Brigade". Order of Battle. Retrieved 23 October 2009.
  2. ^ "53 Indian Brigade Units". Order of Battle. Retrieved 23 October 2009.