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  • 21st Battalion (New Zealand)
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  • The 21st Battalion, was an infantry battalion of the New Zealand Military Forces, which served during the Second World War. Formed in November 1939, it was part of the 5th Brigade, 2nd Division of the 2nd New Zealand Expeditionary Force. The battalion saw action in Greece, Crete, North Africa, and Italy.
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Branch
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  • 5
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  • 1939
Unit Name
  • 21
Battles
Size
  • ~700–900 personnel
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  • The 21st Battalion, was an infantry battalion of the New Zealand Military Forces, which served during the Second World War. Formed in November 1939, it was part of the 5th Brigade, 2nd Division of the 2nd New Zealand Expeditionary Force. The battalion saw action in Greece, Crete, North Africa, and Italy.