2/12th Commando Squadron (Australia)
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The 2/12th Commando Squadron was a commando unit raised by the Australian Army for service in World War II. Raised in 1944 following a re-organisation of Australia's military forces, the unit participated in the Borneo campaign in 1945 but played only a limited role before hostilities ended. Following the end of the war, the squadron returned to Australia and was disbanded in early 1946.
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![]() 2/12th Commando Squadron takes part in the victory parade on Sarawak, September 1945. | |
Active | 1944–1946 |
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Branch | Australian Army |
Type | Commando unit |
Role | Reconnaissance and long range patrols |
Size | 17 officers and 256 other ranks[1] |
Part of | 2/9th Cavalry Commando Regiment, attached to Australian 9th Division |
Engagements | World War II |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Major Alexander Spence |
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Unit colour patch | ![]() |
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