Groups

Prior to the onset of the Second World War cavalry had begun to mechanize. The traditional mission of cavalry which was screening and recognizance could also be done with highly mobile, light armored units. In 1943 various nondivisional cavalry regiments were renamed as cavalry groups. A group had a headquarters unit and troop and two or more attached reconnaissance squadrons. These units served in Europe, assigned to Armies or Corps and postwar many of them were converted into constabulary units. The date of use of these insignia is uncertain. It is possible that some or most of them were created after the close of hostilities. Many of the designs were in use as distinctive insignia prior to World War Two. If any viewer can offer evidence regarding their period of use I am interested to hear from you.
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2nd (1)	3rd (2)	4th (3)	6th
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15th (4)	101st	106th	113th
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Squadrons

17th

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Notes:

1. Tourjours Pret means "always ready." The 2nd became the 2nd Constabulary Regiment on May 1, 1946.
2. The 4th became the 4th Constabulary Regiment on May 1, 1946.
3. The 6th became the 6th Constabulary Regiment on May 1, 1946.
4. The 15th became the 15th Constabulary Regiment on May 1, 1946.