32nd Signal Regiment (United Kingdom) facts for kids
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Emblem of 32nd Signal Regiment
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| Active | 1967–present |
| Country |  United Kingdom |
| Branch |  British Army |
| Size | Regiment of 386 personnel |
| Part of | 1st (United Kingdom) Signal Brigade |
| Regimental HQ | Glasgow |
| Motto(s) | Certa Cito (“Swift and Sure”) |
| Colors | Sky Blue, Navy and Green (Air, Sea and Land) |
| March | Quick - Begone Dull Care Slow - HRH (Princess Royal) |
| Mascot(s) | Mercury ("Jimmy") |
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| Current commander |
Lt Col Gordy Stevenson |
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| Tactical Recognition Flash |  |
| Tartan (Red Grant, No. 15) | _tartan,_tileable.png) |
The 32nd Signal Regiment is a special group of soldiers in the British Army Reserve. They are part of the Royal Corps of Signals, which means they are experts in military communications. Their main job is to make sure soldiers can talk to each other, even over long distances, during important operations. They are part of the 1st (United Kingdom) Signal Brigade.
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A Look Back in Time
Starting Small
The story of the 32nd Signal Regiment began a long time ago, on December 5, 1859. A group called the 1st Lanarkshire Voluntary Military Engineers was formed in Glasgow. They were part of the Volunteer Force. Later, in 1894, a special Telegraph Company joined them. This company focused on sending messages using telegraphs.
World War I Service
Before World War I started, the unit changed its name in 1908 to the Lowland Divisional Telegraph Company. They added new teams for wireless communication, cables, and even air-based signals. This made them a Field Company, ready to help the 51st (Highland) Division. When the war began in 1914, the regiment went to France as part of the British Expeditionary Force.
World War II Service
During World War II, the regiment was busy again. They helped both the 51st (Highland) Division and the 52nd Lowland Division with their communication needs. After the war, in 1947, the regiment moved back to Maryhill. They were renamed the 51st/52nd (Scottish) Infantry Division Signal Regiment. A year later, in 1948, their name changed again to 52nd Lowland Infantry Division Signal Regiment.
Becoming the 32nd Signal Regiment
On April 1, 1967, a big change happened. The 32nd (Scottish) Signal Regiment was officially formed. This new regiment brought together four different signal regiments from Scotland. It was made up of five main parts, called squadrons:
- Headquarters Squadron
- 51 (Highland) Signal Squadron
- 52 (Lowland) Signal Squadron
- 61 (City of Edinburgh) Signal Squadron
- 82 (Army Emergency Reserve) Signal Squadron
Later, in 1969, a sixth squadron joined them: 69 (North Irish Horse) Signal Squadron. Over the years, some squadrons moved to other regiments, and new ones joined. For example, in 2010, 69 (North Irish Horse) Signal Squadron returned as 40 (North Irish Horse) Signal Squadron. Also, 2 (City of Dundee and Highland) Signal Squadron became part of the regiment.
What They Do Today
The 32nd Signal Regiment is still very active today. They have different groups, called squadrons and troops, located in various places. Here's how they are set up:
- Regimental Headquarters, located in Glasgow. This is like their main office.
- 2 (City of Dundee and Highland) Signal Squadron, based in Dundee.
- This squadron includes 851 (Highland) Signal Troop, found at Gordon Barracks in Aberdeen.
- 40 (North Irish Horse) Signal Squadron, located in Belfast.
- This squadron includes 840 (Ulster) Signal Troop.
- 51 (Scottish) Signal Squadron, based in Edinburgh.
- This squadron includes 852 (Lowland) Signal Troop, located in East Kilbride.
- 52 Support and Signal Squadron, also in Glasgow.
These different parts of the regiment work together to make sure that the British Army can communicate effectively, no matter where they are.
