The regiment was later disbanded in 1993 as a result of the Options for Change. OC was a great bloke Mike Marples. 596 and 597 TA Fortress Companies. All run by RETDT RE Maj's the Longmoor one run by a Lt Col. It agreed to the formation of 2 further Engineer Field Squadrons to support the RAF. Swansea Branch. Wendell G. Chambers. By October 1943, as the enemy retreated up the leg of Italy conditions had improved, and the Company was withdrawn from Malta. Former Royal Netherlands Army Base "Elias Beeckman", Former 3 Base Ammunition Depot Bracht, 3BAD / Nature reserve Brachter Wald. Volume 3. Military Wiki is a FANDOM Lifestyle Community. In 1914 the name was changed to 16th Tyne Fortress Works Company and, in 1918 the company was split into four for draft-finding purposes to provide the basis of 594, 595. As part of 16 Air Assault Brigade it can be called upon to deploy on operations across the globe at extremely short notice. 2 years of planning and 12 months construction sees 10 Field Squadron located at the south-west corner of the station. Hope this helps. Design and construction of living accommodation. The regiment is currently based at Rock Barracks in Suffolk and consists of three regular squadrons and one Army Reserve squadron. The regiment served as infantry in Northern Ireland from March - July 1972. AUS - 9 Sqn. 32 HQ & Sp, 11 & 25 Fd & 15 Fd Sp Sqns: Supports 19 Light Brigade. AUS - 22 Sqn. May 58: Regiment disbanded 2 Fd Sqn remained with 2 Div, 5 Fd Sqn transferred to 4 Div, 38 Fd Sqn transferred to Berlin Bde and 21 Fd Pk Sqn transferred to 40 Regt. Feb - Jun 73: 48 Fd Sqn in Northern Ireland. The 923rd EAR was activated 2 September 1942 at Elgin Field, Florida and then staged out ofCamp Kilmer, New Jersey. I spent a very mad 6 months with 16 Fd Sqn before it was shu. Web23 Parachute Engineer Regiment provides military engineering support to 16 Air Assault Brigade, the British Army's rapid reaction force. 23 Squadron. I was the SMI and 2IC of all the Parks, they were Depots for Engineer Stores, Bridges, Boats and equipment Trg stores for all the Regt's to bid for and Trg with. 33 had the honour of building long kesh internment camp in 1971 before I joined them also building the Bedrock Hilton sqn bar reckoned by many the best sqn bar ever..33 sqn wentback to NI in 1972 for op motorman and did 6 weeks at Ballykelly then 6 weeks in the maze(long kesh.). Mar - Nov 78: 11 Fd Sqn in Northern Ireland. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. 15 Corps Field Park Squadron joined Regt. Within a short period of time the Falkland kicked off. On 16 December 1940 the regiment was redesignated as the 23rd Engineer Battalion (Armored) and assigned to the 3rd Armored Division. Unfortunately the Company vas Ship wrecked off Barbados, losing all its equipment. [5][6] In 2015, the "Parachute" title was officially added to the name, although the unit had already been supporting 16 Air Assault Brigade since its re-establishment, and a new flag was presented to the regiment to mark the occasion.[7][8]. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Later the same year, the Company arrived in Ireland and for the next five years were employed on the Survey of Ireland. Please read the rules before participating, as we remove all comments which break the rules. The 23rd was Headquartered at Hessen-Homburg Kaserne Hanau, Federal Republic of Germany, where it would remain for over 35 years. It was home to 4th Armoured WebOsnabrck Garrison was a major British garrison with facilities located at Osnabrck in Lower Saxony and Mnster in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. 33 sqn joined 37 eng reg in 1967 from Cyprus. It formed a major part of British Forces Germany. I remmeber "Smiler" Cox and lots of other characters from the Sig Sqn. [6] Meanwhile, Hermann Gring Kaserne (named after Reich Marshal Hermann Gring) evolved to become Oxford Barracks after the War. javascript is disabled, enable it otherwise the site will not work properly! When the German Army marched into Russia, they were in reality not faster than that of a Roman Legion nearly two thousand years earlier. [citation needed], Eleven years later in April 1969, it was re-organised into the new 23 Engineer Regiment at Osnabruck. WebThe 23rd (Brigade) Engineer Battalion is an military engineering battalion of the United States Army currently serving as part of the 1st Stryker Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division and based at 39 Field Squadron provided Close Support Troops for each of the Brigade's 3 Battlegroups, whilst 73 Field Squadron acted as General Support to the Brigade. It As part of 16 Air Assault Brigade it can be called upon to deploy on operations across the globe at extremely short notice. 23 Engineer Regiment However, in April 1969, the organisation of Engineers in BAOR was radically reorganised, so that each Brigade was to be supported by an Engineer Regiment of two Field Squadrons, 16 Field Squadron was re-affiliated to 6 Infantry Brigade support, together with 7 Field Squadron. Nov 1957: M2 Trials by 23 Amphibious Engineer Squadron Memories of Ritchie Smith September 28, 2017; The Services: Air Service, Engineer, and Special Troops Organizations. Reconstituted 28 April 1932 in the ContinueMore info, Previous page: 22 Regiment The next year the regiment was inactivated by relief personnel and re-organised the next year within the Organized Reserves as a RAI unit and HQd in San Antonia, Texas. The Strategic Defence Review (SDR) recognised the request from the RAF for more Royal Engineer support during operations. A'Hern. During the Cold War NORTHAG was NATO's forward defence in the Northern half of the Federal Republic of Germany (FRG). In May 1958, the regiment was split and its headquarters became the new "Headquarters Royal Engineers, 2nd Division". 14 members Join group About this group For former Royal Engineers in Osnabruck between 1945 and 1958, their Jonathan is currently looking for photographs, cine or just good old drivers tales of the Wickham trolleys used on the various military railways in the UK such as Bicester, Bramshall, East Riggs, Eskemeals, Kineton, Longmoor, Pontrilas & Uttoxeter. AUS 139 Sig Sqn. 23 Engineer Regiment: Dates: Location: Sub-units - Remarks: The current organization of the battalion is as follows; Following their allotment to the Regular Army in 1927 the battalion was placed under the control of the Third Corps Area and in 1929 controlled both regular and organized reserves and as a result moved to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ", United States Army Center of Military History, "Department of the Army, Lineage and Histories, 23rd Engineer Battalion", Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, Engineer Bridging Company (Removed by 1944), 23rd (Brigade) Engineer Battalion Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Regiment, less 2nd Battalion, demobilised 16 June 1919 at, Inactivated 10 November 1945 in West Germany, Reorganised and Redesignated 1 October 1957 as the, Relieved 15 August 1992 from assignement to the, Inactivated 15 February 1997 in Germany and relived from assignment to the, Valorous Unit Award, Streamer embroidered IRAQ 1990-1991. It provides engineer support to 16 Air Assault Brigade in both the parachute and air assault role. In September 1976 the 2nd Division was re-organized as the new 2nd Armoured Division, and the regiment was broken up for the second time. 1960s - 1980s. The Squadron was affiliated to 6 Infantry Brigade. Ripon The Squadron now spent nearly a year in the UK, but in November 1957, it was moved, at six weeks notice with the rest of the Regiment, to Osnabruck. 1984. In September 1957, 2 Field Squadron was allocated to 6th Infantry Brigade and 5 Field Squadron to the 5th Infantry Brigade. Jan 68: 43 Fd Park Sqn became 43 Fd Sp Sqn. The Battalion was re-activated on 15 July 1947 at Fort Knox, Kentucky, as part of the 3rd Armored Division. It also helped to construct the permanent defences of the island. All the rear services were (butchery, bakery, post, ammunition etc) were reliant on horse drawn wagons. AUS - 23 Sqn. In July 1948, 23rd Field Engineer Regiment was formed in Iserlohn from the former 2nd Division Divisional Engineer regiment. Louis Nave fought in that company during the war. I don't know what DSDA stands for, or what happened here, but I've been asked to add it. Alan. 29 Fd Sqn transferred to 35 Regt (Hameln). On returning from the Balkans in late 1999, 21 Engineer Regiment saw the formation of Close Support Squadrons, and the introduction of Armoured Troops within the ORBAT. 1st Field Squadron then moved to Roberts Barracks, Osnabrck where it was responsible amongst other things for fostering the soon to reform 73 Armoured Engineer Squadron. The Regiment arrived on the continent of Europe in September, 1944 and has since been employed on airdomes on the southern airdromes on the southern front in support of the 1st French Army and the U.S. 7th Army, and has completed construction and rehabilitation projects across the Continent and into Germany. and who pinched the rubies and cammo net off of it. 23 Engineer Regiment can trace its roots to the founding of the airborne forces of the Parachute Regiment and other related during World War II. All RAF stations where requested to look at their real estate with the view to housing an Air Support Squadron. and our Eleven years later in April 1969, it was re-organised into the new 23 Engineer Regiment at Osnabruck. 24 Squadron. 15 HQ Sqn became 15 Field Sup Squadron, Jun 77: 48 Fd Sqn transferred to 39 Engr Regt. Once again - I know nothing about this unit and am relying on someone writing me a decent email with some stories and some interesting background to put here, http://www.royalengineersbombdisposal-eod.org.uk/rea_bd_branch.html. Legend, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/British_Forces_Germany#History. WebServed with the Royal Engineers in Chepstow, Farnborough, Osnabruck Germany, Chatham, Tidworth and HMS Intrepid. The famous 200 voice United States Army Negro Chorus is comprised of members of this regiment. WebThe work was completed by the 23rd, when the first lorry travelled the route. 53 Fd Sqn (Airfds) transferred to HQRE (Airfields) at Waterbeach. - Patreon : owlappsnet Goodies : Red Bubble I arrived in March 1982 first impressions where is everybody, answer out on jobs. HQRE 2 Div moved to Osnabruck. [1] [2] [3] Divisional Engineers The Southern half of the Federal Republic of Germany was to be AUS - 25 Sqn. WebAbout this group. and to all the lads who served with me there I wish you all the best, was REME as a 19 yr old sprog with 73 RE 77-80great 3 years left without becoming an alki only just work hard play harder, still miss the lads great rugby team then stodge, marty johnstone and davy a v good team captain/trainer, Was there With LAD attached 1 RRW and Staffords posted as 17 yr old sprog sept 71 to feb 75. good times. Feb 68: 7 Fd Sqn moved to Ripon, remained in 2 Div. The Company remained at Chatham until April 1826, is which month it set sail for the West Indies. WebIserlohn. (Photo courtesy of Marvin Mischnick, 3AD Hq Photographer in WWII) 23rd En Bn Leaders June 1989 Photo by (C. Markham) Photo by Robert Folmer B co 23rd Armored Engineer Bn Photo by Larry Mullins 23 Engineer Regiment RE 1983-1984 (11) HQ Squadron formed 73 Independent Field Squadron Nov 83 25Field Squadron from 26 Engr Regt 39 Field Squadron from 23 Engr Regt Jan 83 to Quebec Barracks Osnabrck Nov 83 43 Field Support Squadron RE from 25 Engr Regt 1964-1976 (8) 7th Field Ambulance RAMC 2ndArmoured Field Ambulance RAMCcirca 1984(12) During the riots of October 1951 the Squadron was employed in constructing desert camps, construction of an ice-making plant at Fort Said, and on road maintenance. Apr 71: 7 Fld Sqn transferred to 32 Engr Regt and 37 Fld Sqn transferred from 32 Engr Regt. Minley. In July 1948, 23rd Field Engineer Regiment was formed in Iserlohn from the former 2nd Division Divisional Engineer regiment. trace its roots to the founding of the airborne forces of the Parachute Regiment and other related during World War II. Victor Turula, Sgt. It was home to 4th Armoured Brigade and most of its subordinate units. Advice if you get through you will be out on jobs often living in digs, you will be paid subsistence, if you muck up with your money see me and we will sort. 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In early 1954, however the regiment moved on rotation to Cyprus and the Squadron followed in June. WebThe 923rd Engineer Regiment is the only colored unit in the IX Engineer Command, and the largest single Negro organization in ETOUSA. 16 Fd Sqn transferred from 35 Regt (Osnabruck. I new mick cox very well.I had a great time there. Locations within the garrison area included: WebNORTHAG major unit locations 1989. In 1963 a troop was sent to Skopje, in Jugoslavia, to build emergency hutting. 23 Engineer Regiment can trace its roots to the founding of the airborne forces of the Parachute Regiment and other related during World War II. In December 1948, the regiment moved to Halen and two years later moved to Dortmund. Any help or information anyone can provide would be very much appreciated. Jul 64: (Christmas Island) Sqn transferred from Christmas Island and became 73 Fd Sqn, Dec 64: 12 Fd Sqn transferred to 25 Corps Engineer Regiment. Constituted 15 August 1917 in the National Army as the 23d Engineers. AUS - 2 Sqn. Hi mick ,this is taffy bennett hows it going.I can't believe it's you.it brings back so many memories,hope to here from you soon. Please note that this website doesn't "remember" your emails, they are sent direct from you to the recipient without sappers.co.uk getting in the way. I had 3 brothers. Was there 86 to 89 when it became 23 armoured after I moved from minden with 2RGJ lad, Hello Hedley it was a good camp, i was opposite hq with the air corp or as it is now AAC from 1970-73, I was in Quebec Bks from 73 to 75. 15 HQ Sqn one troop in Northern Ireland. Worked with Dave Harvey and also with Mick 'smiller' Cox,also remember Joe Killick who used to tell his wife he was on 'Quick Train' so he could stay in the Sqn bar after 'Happy Hour' on a Friday, fond memories of a of a great posting. Supports 19 Mechanised Brigade, 16 Air Assault Brigade, Jun - Oct 78: 51 Fd Sqn (Const) in Northern Ireland. It is headquarters for about 800 troops from the 12th Armoured Brigade and 23rd Engineer Regiment of the Royal Corps of Engineers, officials said. See more. T-Urn (Tea Urn) Gib Barracks unspec units - use w caution. Ken in 37 Field Sqn 23 Engineer Regiment Osnabruck Germany 1970. 33 sqn joined 37 eng reg in 1967 from Cyprus. Web23 Engineer Regiment However, in April 1969, the organisation of Engineers in BAOR was radically reorganised, so that each Brigade was to be supported by an Engineer Regiment [2] Meanwhile, Winkelhausen Kaserne (named after Colonel Willy Carl Winkelhausen) was also built in the 1930s; this went on after the War to become Roberts Barracks and is now being used as a freight hub. [2] The Battalion was inactivated on 10 November 1945 in Germany. This site is powered by CMS Made Simple version 2.2.12, Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, Territorial Army - Royal Army Service Corps, Nov 57: 62 Field Squadron renumbered 48 Field Squadron. Served the comunity for 21 years as a Councillor in Gillingham and Medway. WebThe infantry regiment was fully horse drawn with exception to the machine-gun company of each battalion. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. The regiment is currently based at Rock Barracksin Suffolkand consists of three regular squadrons and one Army Reserve squadron. It formed a 33Fld squadron was my first posting after training.It was part of 37Eng Regt comprising 33sqn,10 sqn and 66 plant sqn and 325 engineer park. As Royal Engineers we are expected to be a Soldiers first, secondly a Combat Engineers and finally a Tradesmen. Web23 Engr Regt Workshops. Regiment, less the 2d Battalion, demobilized 16 June 1919 at Camp Devens, Massachusetts; 2d Battalion demobilized 19 June 1919 at Camp Mills, New York. Yes I Was there also From 1972 To 1979 12 Mech, TF 'D' & 5FF. As part of 16 Air Assault It was employed on the construction of coastal defences of all these areas. [4][5] In 2015, the "Parachute" title was officially added to the name, although the unit had already been supporting 16 Air Assault Brigade since its re-establishment, and a new flag was presented to the regiment to mark the occasion.[6][7]. Aug 61: 32 Const Sqn transferred from Fortress Engr Regt Gibraltar, became 32 Fd Sqn. It was then re-designated a Railway Company in 1885 serving in the Boer War, Sudan and both World Wars. Egypt On the 9th February, 1950, 16th Field Squadron was reformed as part of 35 Engineer Regiment, in Egypt. 61 Fd Sqn, 63 Fd PK Sqn, 15 Corps Fd Pk Sqn, Feb 59: 61 Fd Sqn retitled 48 Fd Sqn, 63 Sqn redes as Field Squadron, Jul 60:17 Fd Sqn transferred from Chiseldon to Ripon. and 33 became 33 ind fld sqn.They moved to NI permently in oct 1973 and I was posted to 66 plant sqn to run their signals.section. Group which is set up for all those who have an interest in railway vehicles built by D Wickham & Co. Ltd of Ware, Hertfordshire. In early 1970 sufficient modified M2B rigs were available for 23 Amphibious Engineer Squadron RE to be divided into three troops each holding eight rigs. In April 1971 28 Amphibious Engineer Regiment was formed with 23 Amphibious Engineers Squadron RE and two new squadrons 64 and 73 Amphibious Engineer Squadron RE. Web2000 - 2018 (37 Armored Engineer Squadron) 2018 - nu (37 Field Squadron) Land : Storbritannien : Gren Skvadronen styrs av 32 Engineer Regiment och tillhandahller nra supportteknik till 4: e infanteribrigaden. In September 1957, 2 Field Squadron was allocated to 6th Infantry Brigade and 5 Field Squadron to the 5th Infantry Brigade. Each member of the Squadron has a trade, the range of trades is diverse, from Driver to Draughtsman and from Storeman to Surveyor. The Portal for Public History. Our squadron was, however, not far behind, being formed in 1825. Harold Santee, and Pvt. Eleven years later in April 1969, its was re-organised into the new 23 Engineer Regiment at Osnabruck. Privacy Policy. Web1957 26 Field Engineer Regiment 60 Field Squadron RE John Bridgwood-Pt.2 Bridging Exercise at Polle April 27, 2017 1963 29 Field Squadron Ravelin Bridge Camp memories by John Donaldson April 1, 2017 1961 Once a Die Hard, always a Die Hard Memories of Brian Hedges Januar 22, 2017 If you continue without changing your browser settings, we will assume that you are happy to receive all cookies on this website. In 1966, when 6 Infantry Brigade returned to the UK, by a staff officer error, 7 Field Squadron was ordered to return with it, and so 16 Field Squadron became affiliated to 12 Infantry Brigade at Osnabruck. They were under a Colonel Frederick B. Kerr. ", "U.S. Army Order of Battle 1919-1942. Web23 Parachute Engineer Regiment is a Royal Engineers regiment in the British Army that was formed in 2003. Meanwhile, I've had this lot from Derek Stevenson; POCKET HISTORY OF 16th FIELD SQUADRON The beginning The oldest squadron in the Corps today is lst Fortress Squadron, which was formed in 1772. [7], The garrison became the largest British military base outside the UK. It provides engineer support to 16 Air Assault Brigadein both the parachute and air assault role. 1st Stryker Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, Articles incorporating text from the United States Army Center of Military History, Articles with no corresponding article in Wikipedia, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, United States Army, Armoured Engineer Battalion, Armoured Division 15 November 1940. the austin one tonner was still going in 1973 to 1976. was called "thunderbox" I painted all the insides a nice shade of white Formed: u/c 11 Engineer Group. The Coat of Arms is a red shield, charged with a white rock and an oak tree in green. 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment is a Royal Engineers regiment in the British Army that was formed in 2003. In September 1957, 2 Field Squadron was allocated to 6th Infantry Brigade and 5 Field Squadron to the 5th Infantry Brigade. Hey there! Next page: 39 Regiment, Copyright 2007-2015 - Alan Young and Copyright 2015-2023 - Merlin Jones Answers must be in-depth and comprehensive, or they will be removed. In April 1956, the 23rd began shipping out to Europe for the third time. [4], In 2001, 23 Engineer Regiment was tasked to provide engineer support to the newly formed 16 Air Assault Brigade. Sorry I got the wrong barracks. Location. 43 Fd Park Sqn moved to Osnabruck, remained in Div but under local command 25 Regt. More info will be added here as I get the time, but for now it's a "base" for establishing comms with other members of the same unit. WebThe 23rd Engineer Regiment (Road) was reconstituted and consolidated with the 23rd Engineer Regiment (General Service) on 28 April 1932 and remained part of Third Corps. For more information, please see our The regiment is currently based at Rock Barracks in Suffolk and consists of three regular squadrons and one Army Reserve squadron. and 33 became 33 ind fld sqn.They moved to NI permently in oct 1973 and I was posted to 66 plant sqn to run their signals.section. The regiment served as infantry in Northern Ireland from March - July 1972. 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The regiment was later disbanded in 1993 as a result of the Options for Change. 33 had the honour of building long kesh internment camp in 1971 before I joined them also building the Bedrock Hilton sqn bar reckoned by many the best sqn bar ever..33 sqn wentback to NI in 1972 for op motorman and did 6 weeks at Ballykelly then 6 weeks in the maze(long kesh.) The Squadron remained as part of 35 Corps Engineer Regiment, at Osnabruck, for the next seven years until 1964. Roy, Dave, and Alan. Greeted by the SSM John Phillips straight talking no bull, you start your course next week, fail and you will be with a new unit beginning of the next week. Your donation goes towards maintaining and developing the Sappers website. In September 1976 the 2nd Division was re-organized as the new 2nd Armoured Division, and the regiment was broken up for the second time. [5], Loddenheide Kaserne (Loddenheide being a part of the Gremmendorf district of Mnster) was built in the 1930s; this expanded after the War and broken up into Buller Barracks, Swinton Barracks, Waterloo Barracks and York Barracks and its future use is now the subject of a local planning consultation. You can post messages for other members of the same unit using the messages link above this blurb, and you can also search for other members of this unit. Tasks included lighting of the beaches and provision of electrical and water installations at hospitals and prisoner of war camps. 10 Field Squadron was raised in 1811 as the 5th Coy of 1st Bn at Woolwich, seeing service in Malta and Corfu. Among other decorations, the CSM was awarded the George Medal and a sapper the Military Medal. The regiment was later disbanded in 1992 as a result of the Options for Change. WebOsnabrck Garrison was a major British garrison with facilities located at Osnabrck in Lower Saxony and Mnster in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Jan 66: 51 Fd Sqn (Airfds) transferred to Singapore. I am surprised you haven't heard of them .I hope this helpsREgardsMark C, I've added this unit at the request of Terry Dapp, but I don't know much about it. WebMap from Chris Brous, 23rd Engr Bn, WWII: Feature Index NEXT: Major Operations of the 23rd Armored Engineer Bn 3rd Armored Division 23 June 1944 - 25 April 1945. Former Roberts Barracks, Home to 23 & 25 Engr Regts. AUS - 20 Sqn. We also use cookies to ensure we show you advertising that is relevant to you. Course passed, out to Manston to clear pipe mines and many more such jobs. AUS 21 Construction From 1973 the unit returned to supporting the RAF in the Harrier Support role until it was disbanded in 1993 having been stationed in both Laarbruch and Gutersloh. Possible tasks on deployment could be: These are only a few of the varied capabilities of the unit. In 1939 the Company incorporated a Maltese section and was capable of operating 24 searchlights although never were more than 19 brought into service. In December 1948, the regiment moved to Halen and two years later moved to Dortmund. With the demise of 234 Fd Sqn (Air Sp) (V), Leeming had an area. Dec 58: 59 Sqn transferred to SME. More specifically Im looking for info about Company C. under the command of Captain H. Edmund Burke. The oldest part of Osnabrck Station was Caprivi Kaserne (named after General Leo von Caprivi), dating back to 1899; this became Scarborough Barracks after the Second World War and is now being used as the University of Applied Sciences. A British military spokesman in Osnabrueck, who declined to be identified by name, said the explosion caused severe damage. 37 Fd Sqn transferred from 25 Regt. In 1991 the regiment, participated in the Gulf War supporting 4th Armoured Brigade. Gordon. It provides engineer support to 16 Air Assault Brigade in both the Hi Gordon. 1st Battalion, The Duke of Wellington's Regiment (Armd Inf) (Osnabruck, Lower Saxony, Germany) 7th Armoured Brigade (Bergen-Hohne, Lower Saxony, Germany) 23rd Engineer Regiment (Close Support) (Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire, England) 13th Air Assault Support Regiment, RLC (Colchester, Essex, England) In 1952 I was one of the advance R.E.M.E.party that arrived at what was a new barracks built on the site of an old prisoner of war camp. 23 Parachute Engineer Regiment (United Kingdom), Articles with dead external links from April 2019, Pages containing cite templates with deprecated parameters, Articles with no corresponding article in Wikipedia, Airborne units and formations of the United Kingdom, 2003 establishments in the United Kingdom, Military units and formations established in 2003, "Royal Engineers commander working in Helmand praises unit's hometown for support", https://www.gov.uk/government/news/royal-engineers-commander-working-in-helmand-praises-units-hometown-for-support, http://www.army.mod.uk/royalengineers/units/28644.aspx, "Freedom of the Town of Woodbridge to the 23 Engineer Regiment (Air Assault)", http://www.onesuffolk.co.uk/News+Service/FreedomoftheTownofWoodbridge.htm, "23 Engineer Regiment exercises freedom of Woodbridge", https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-suffolk-22819062, "23 Parachute Engineer Regiment Celebrate New Name", https://www.army.mod.uk/umbraco/Surface/Download/Get/6848, https://web.archive.org/web/20171228061228/http://www.army.mod.uk/royalengineers/units/28734.aspx, 7th Parachute Regiment Royal Horse Artillery, Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information, 12 Nova Scotia Headquarters and Support Squadron (Air Support), [Operational Control] - 299 Parachute Squadron (. In Nov 64 it was re-formed as 10 Field Squadron (Airfields) and moved to Aden/Gulf remaining there until 1969.

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