Army Special Operations Brigade
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The Army Special Operations Brigade, previously called the Specialised Infantry Group, is a formation of the British Army, initially created as a result of the Army 2020 Refine reorganisation, intended to train foreign forces.[2][3] Its name and role was adapted after the Defence in a Competitive Age reforms, to a unit that not only trains partner nations, but also fights alongside them in "complex high-threat environments".[4][5]
For the special forces of the army in Kenya using this title, see Army Special Operations Brigade (Kenya).
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Army Special Operations Brigade | |
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Active | 2021 – present |
Country | United Kingdom |
Branch | British Army |
Type | Special operations-capable[1] |
Role | Special Operations Unconventional Warfare Security Force Assistance Foreign internal defence Counterinsurgency |
Size | Brigade |
Part of | 6th (United Kingdom) Division |
Commanders | |
Current commander | Brigadier Rob Hedderwick |
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