6th Cavalry Brigade (Australia)
| 6th Australian Cavalry Brigade | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1939–1942 |
| Country |
 Australia |
| Allegiance | Australian Crown |
| Branch | Australian Army |
| Type | Cavalry |
| Size | Brigade |
| Equipment | Horse |
The 6th Australian Cavalry Brigade was a formation of the Australian Army during World War II. The brigade was formed in September 1939, and assigned to the 2nd Australian Cavalry Division. The brigade did not see any active service and was converted into the 6th Australian Motor Brigade in March 1942. [1]
Brigade units
All units that served with the brigade during the war.
- 3rd Light Horse
- 18th Light Horse (Machine Gun)
- 9th/23rd Light Horse
- 9th Motor Regiment
- 4th Military District Reconnaissance Company
- 3rd Reconnaissance Company[2]
See also
References
- ↑ "6 Australian Cavalry". Order of Battle. Retrieved 2009-10-30.
- ↑ "6 Australian Cavalry units". Order of Battle. Retrieved 2009-10-30.
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