3 Regiment RLC
3 Regiment RLC is a regiment of the British Army's Royal Logistic Corps.
| 3 Regiment RLC | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1965 - Preset |
| Country |  |
| Branch |  |
| Type | Regiment |
| Role | Close Support Logistics |
| Part of | Royal Logistic Corps |
| Garrison/HQ | Abingdon |
| Engagements | Yugoslav Wars War in Afghanistan |
| Website | 3 Regiment RLC |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | Lt Col SG Cooke |
History
The 3rd Regiment of the Royal Logistic Corps was originally formed as part of Royal Corps of Transport in 1965. The regiment was renamed 3rd Division Transport Regiment in 1970, 3rd Armoured Division Transport Regiment in 1977 and 3rd Regiment RLC in 1993.[1]
The regiment provided logistical support for 1st Armoured Infantry Brigade.[2][3]
Structure
The organisational structure of the regiment is as follows:
- 35 Headquarters Squadron[4]
- 31 General Support Squadron[5]
- 21 General Support Squadron
- Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers Light Aid Detachment [6]
References
- "British Army - Combat Service Support - The Royal Logistic Corps (RLC) - Armed Forces - a10a2". www.armedforces.co.uk. Retrieved 2018-12-24.
- "3 Regiment RLC". www.army.mod.uk. Retrieved 2018-12-22.
- "Regular army Contact Details". British Army. Retrieved 24 December 2018.
- "3 Regiment Royal Logistic Corps". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2018-12-23.
- "3 Regiment Royal Logistic Corps". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2018-12-23.
- "3 Regiment Royal Logistic Corps". www.facebook.com. Retrieved 2018-12-23.
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