1st Burma Infantry Brigade

The 1st Burma Infantry Brigade was a significant military formation of the British Indian Army, originally established in the late 19th century. Integral to British colonial operations in Burma and India, the brigade played a crucial role in various military campaigns during the colonial period, particularly during the Second Anglo-Burmese War (1852–53) and World War II. Comprised primarily of indigenous Burmese troops, it was instrumental in maintaining British control and supporting local governance. The brigade's legacy reflects the complexities of colonial military strategy and the integration of local forces into the Imperial Army. Following the end of British rule in India and the eventual independence of Burma, the brigade was disbanded, but its historical significance remains notable in the study of colonial military history.