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2nd Canadian Division (91 words) |
 | The Division did not start to assemble until May 1915 which was just before it embarked of Great Britian. |
| The Division crossed to France in September 1915. |
| The Brigade returned to the 55th Division Jan 1916. |
| 42 Bde History (921 words) |
| The 42nd (East Lancashire) Division fought in Egypt, the Dardanelles, France and Belgium, while the 55th (West Lancashire) Division operated exclusively in France and Belgium, where it established a reputation of being one of the elite divisions. |
| In 1947, the 42nd and 55th Divisions were amalgamated to form the 42nd (Lancashire) Division composed of the 125th, 126th and 127th Infantry Brigades. |
| In 1967, Territorial Divisions and their Commands were abolished and replaced by Territorial Army and Volunteer Reserve units commanded by a District Headquarters. |
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