7th Support Group (United Kingdom)
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| 7th Support Group | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1938 - 1942 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Branch | British Army |
| Type | Armoured Support Group |
| Role | Armoured Division Support |
| Size | Brigade |
| Part of | 7th Armoured Division (until October 1942) 1st Armoured Division (from October 1942) |
| Nickname | Desert Rats |
| Engagements | Western Desert Campaign |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders |
William Gott John Campbell Edward Williams |
| Insignia | |
| Identification symbol |
Red Desert Jerboa |
The 7th Support Group was a brigade size formation within the British 7th Armoured Division.
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