34th (South Midland) Anti-Aircraft Brigade
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The 34th (South Midland) Anti-Aircraft Brigade (34 AA Bde) was an air defence formation of Anti-Aircraft Command in the British Territorial Army formed shortly before the outbreak of the Second World War. It defended the West Midlands of England during The Blitz.
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34th (South Midland) Anti-Aircraft Brigade | |
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Active | 1 April 1938–31 May 1945 |
Country | United Kingdom |
Branch | Territorial Army |
Type | Anti-Aircraft Brigade |
Role | Air Defence |
Part of | 4th AA Division 11th AA Division 4 AA Group |
Garrison/HQ | Coventry |
Engagements | Coventry Blitz Birmingham Blitz |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Brigadier Sidney Archibald, MC |
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