North East District | |
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Active | 1967–1992 |
Country | |
Branch | |
Type | District Command |
Garrison/HQ | Imphal Barracks |
North East District was a district command of the British Army from 1967 and 1992.
The district was formed from 50th (Northumbrian) Infantry Division as part of the Territorial Army Volunteer Reserve in 1967. [1] It had its headquarters at Imphal Barracks, and was placed under the command of HQ UK Land Forces in 1972. [2] The district merged with Eastern District to form an enlarged Eastern District at Imphal Barracks in 1992. [3]
General officers commanding included: [4]
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