2nd Canadian Armoured Brigade
The 2nd Canadian Armoured Brigade was composed of the 6th, 10th and 27th Canadian Armoured Regiments and saw service in north-west Europe during the Second World War, landing in Normandy on D-Day and remaining in combat up to VE-Day.
| 2nd Canadian Armoured Brigade | |
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Formation patch worn by the members of the Brigade |
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| Active | 1943-1945 |
| Country | Canada |
| Branch | Canadian Army |
| Type | Armoured |
| Size | Three armoured regiments |
| Part of | First Canadian Army British 2nd Army |
| Engagements | World War II
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| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders |
Major General George Pearkes |
Read more about 2nd Canadian Armoured Brigade: History, Formation
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