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11th Indian Infantry Division
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| Indian 11th Infantry Division | |
|---|---|
| Active | 15th September 1940 - 15th February 1942 (Surrendered) |
| Country | India |
| Allegiance | British Indian Army |
| Branch | Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Malaya Battle of Jitra Battle of Slim River Battle of Singapore |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders |
David Murray-Lyon Archibald Paris Billy Key |
The 11th Indian Infantry Division was an Indian division which formed part of Indian III Corps in the Malaya Command during the Battle of Malaya.
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It was commanded by Major-General Murray-Lyon until 24 December 1941 when he was fired by Lieut.Gen. Arthur Percival and replaced by Brig. A.C.M. Paris and then Maj.Gen. Billy Key .
The 11th Indian Division surrendered to the Japanese on 15 February 1942 , along with about 130,000 other British and Commonwealth soldiers, when Singapore was surrendered.
On 10 December 1941.
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