South-Eastern District (British Army)

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South-Eastern District
Active1856–1903
Country United Kingdom
Branch British Army
TypeHome Command
Garrison/HQDover
Constable's Tower, Dover Castle, Command headquarters

South-Eastern District was a district command of the British Army from the mid-19th century until 1903.

History

Historically troops based in the South-Eastern counties had reported direct to Army Headquarters in London[1] but in July 1856 South-Eastern District was formed under Lieutenant-General Sir Colin Campbell. Campbell was recalled to become Commander-in-Chief, India just three months later and Lieutenant-General Sir Frederick Love was appointed to the command in his place.[2][3] The headquarters of the command was established at Dover Castle.[4][5]

Commanders

General officers commanding included:[6]

References

  1. ^ "Hart's Army List 1856". p. 456. Retrieved 2 July 2016.
  2. ^ "Hart's Army List 1857". p. 304. Retrieved 2 July 2016.
  3. ^ "Hart's Army List 1858". p. 403. Retrieved 2 July 2016.
  4. ^ "South Wing of Constable's Gateway, the Stately Home of Dover Castle". Panoramio. Retrieved 2 July 2016.
  5. ^ "Hart's Army List 1868". p. 499. Retrieved 2 July 2016.
  6. ^ "Army Commands" (PDF). Retrieved 2 July 2016.