3 Signal Squadron
| 3 Signal Squadron | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1 May 1958 – 14 May 1976 |
| Garrison/HQ | Gagetown New Brunswick |
| Nickname | 3 Sig Sqn |
3 Signal Squadron was authorized effective 1 May 1958.[1] Initially formed at Camp Borden, the unit moved to Camp Gagetown New Brunswick by 1 Sep 1958.[2]
Upon forming, the role of 3 Signal Squadron was to provide administrative services in support of Headquarters 3 Combat Group in garrison and training, and in support of a brigade group headquarters as required for operations. Additionally, it provided operational, administrative and training communications from a brigade group headquarters to units including the provision of rear link detachments for each battalion headquarters; from service battalion headquarters to deployed brigade group headquarters, service battalion elements and unit A echelons including the provision of rear link radio detachments to each battalion A echelon; and from a brigade group headquarters to a higher formation or a task force headquarters.[3]
When the Combat Arms School moved to Gagetown from Borden, the role of 3 Signal Squadron was changed to support the communication needs of the Combat Training Center.
3 Signal Squadron was reduced to nil strength 15 March 1974[4] and formally disbanded effective 1 Apr 1976.[5]
Commanding Officers
- Major Ernest Doidge
- Major Ron Ferrie
- Major John Knowlton
- Major Don Strong
- Major Don Kidd
- Major John O’Halloran
- Captain Gerry Kerr (acting CO for approx 4 months)
- Major John Dicker, Oct 1972 to Mar 1974
Squadron Sergeants Major
- MWO Jay Shaffer
- MWO Bill Dubinsky
Lineage
| Unit lineage | ||
|---|---|---|
| Created from 1 Canadian Infantry Division Signal Regiment |
3 Signal Squadron 1 May 1958 - 14 May 1976 |
Succeeded by None |
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3 Signal Squadron Change of Command Parade signing 1972
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3 Signal Squadron unit photo - Fall 1972
3 Signal Squadron vehicles c1972 (2)
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