74th Indian Infantry Brigade

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74th Indian Infantry Brigade
Active19421945
Country British Raj Red Ensign.svg British India
AllegianceFlag of the United Kingdom.svg  British Empire
Branch British Raj Red Ensign.svg British Indian Army
Type Infantry
Size Brigade
Part of 25th Indian Infantry Division
Engagements Burma Campaign
Commanders
Notable
commanders
J.E. Hirst
J.C.W. Cargill

The 74th Indian Infantry Brigade was an infantry brigade formation of the Indian Army during World War II. It was formed in July 1942, in India. The brigade was assigned to the 25th Indian Infantry Division and fought in the Burma Campaign. [1]

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References

  1. "74 Indian Brigade". Order of Battle. Archived from the original on 12 June 2012. Retrieved 23 October 2009.
  2. "74 Indian Brigade Units". Order of Battle. Archived from the original on 12 June 2012. Retrieved 23 October 2009.