No. 50 Commando
No. 50 Commando was a battalion-sized British Commando unit of the British Army during the Second World War. The commando was formed in 1940, from volunteers in Egypt and Palestine. Shortly after formation it was amalgamated with No. 52 Commando and became 'D' Battalion, Layforce.
| No. 50 Commando | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1940–1941 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Branch | British Army |
| Type | Commando |
| Role | Amphibious warfare Close-quarters combat Coastal raiding Desert warfare Direct action Forward observer Raiding Reconnaissance |
| Size | Battalion |
| Part of | Combined Operations |
| Engagements | Second World War |
| Insignia | |
| Combined Operations Shoulder Patch | |
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