12 Regiment RLC was a regiment of the British Army's Royal Logistic Corps.
12 Logistic Support Regiment | |
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Active | 2006 - 2013 |
Country | United Kingdom |
Branch | British Army |
Role | Logistical Support Regiment |
Size | Regiment |
Part of | Royal Logistic Corps |
Garrison/HQ | Princess Royal Barracks |
Engagements | Northern Ireland Iraq War |
History
editFrom its formation in 2006 to its disbandment in 2013 the regiment was a logistic support regiment for the 4th Mechanized Brigade.[1][2] In 2010 and again in 2012 the regiment deployed to Afghanistan as the Close Support Logistic Regiment on Herrick 12 and 17 respectively. During its six-month tour the regiment was tasked as a Combat Logistic Patrol.[2]
Structure
editOrganization of the regiment;[2][3]
- 25 Headquarters Squadron
- 6 Close Support Squadron
- 11 General Support Squadron
- 43 Close Support Squadron
- Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers Light Aid Detachment
References
edit- ^ Heyman, Charles (19 March 2012). The British Army: A Pocket Guide 2012 - 2013. Pen and Sword. ISBN 9781848841079.
- ^ a b c "12 Logistic Support Regiment". British Army units 1945 on. Retrieved 25 December 2018.
- ^ "12 Logistic Support Regiment - British Army Website". 5 December 2011. Archived from the original on 5 December 2011. Retrieved 13 March 2019.