This is the Operation Telic order of battle, which lists the British forces that took part in Operation Telic, including
- the 2003 Invasion of Iraq,
- subsequent operations during the occupation and military government of the country, and
- stabilisation operations under the Iraqi Interim Government and the Iraqi Transitional Government.
Read more about Operation Telic Order Of Battle: Maritime Forces, Air Forces, Ground Forces, Joint Assets, Roulements
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