It was formed in September 1939, for service on the North West Frontier.

The 51st was formed in 1755 for service during the Seven Years' War.

On completion they formed the 6th Destroyer Flotilla for service in the Home Fleet.

A Light Division was again formed for service, but this was in name only as no light infantry battalions were assigned to it.

When World War II began it was again decided to form an all volunteer force for overseas service.

The Germans disarmed the remaining vessels and sent the crews to Zagreb where they formed a special unit for service on land.

Additionally the 1st Armoured Division was formed for service on the Eastern Front.

The battery traces its lineage back to a unit that was formed for service during the First World War.

It was formed in 1942 for service during World War II.

A 1st Garrison battalion was formed in 1916 for service in India.