Events tagged with "army order 112"

Historical Events tagged with "army order 112"

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Military & Warfare

Formation of the British Army's Intelligence Corps

July 19th, 1940 84 years ago

Army Order 112 established the Intelligence Corps, formally integrating military intelligence roles. This unit arose from a need for enhanced strategic gathering amidst the ongoing war. The Intelligence Corps was tasked with various operations, including surveillance, reconnaissance, and analysis of enemy actions, ultimately shaping the British Army's approach to intelligence throughout WWII.