The brigade was formed in Aldershot Command in April 1940.

[1] It served during the Battle of France in 1940, briefly defending Boulogne in May 1940 (22–23 May 1940) before being successfully evacuated.

[2] After return to the United Kingdom, the brigade served in Eastern Command and London District.

[1] It served with distinction through the battles in Normandy, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany.

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