Historically troops based in the South-Eastern counties had reported direct to Army Headquarters in London[1] but in July 1856 South-Eastern District was formed under Lieutenant-General Sir Colin Campbell.

Campbell was recalled to become Commander-in-Chief, India just three months later and Lieutenant-General Sir Frederick Love was appointed to the command in his place.

[4][5] The district was formed from Aldershot Command as part of the Territorial Army Volunteer Reserve in 1967.

[6] It had its headquarters at Aldershot Garrison, and was placed under the command of HQ UK Land Forces in 1972.

[8] General officers commanding included:[9] South-Eastern District