243 Gurkha Signal Squadron, part of 15th Signal Regiment, has successfully completed the first-ever all-Queens Gurkha Signals Armoured Drivers Course, marking a historic milestone in the Brigade of Gurkhas’ 215-year legacy. This achievement is the first step towards the Squadron becoming the first Armoured Subunit in Gurkha history, with the aim of having the Brigade of Gurkhas first Armoured Driving Instructors in 2026.
Renowned worldwide for their legendary reputation on the battlefield, the Gurkhas are now entering a new domain armoured warfare. By completing the Bulldog Armoured Vehicle Drivers Course, the Squadron is preparing to support Headquarters 12th Armoured Brigade and to integrate the Boxer Armoured Fighting Vehicle in support of Headquarters 20th Armoured Brigade.
Major S McNeillie, Officer Commanding 243 Gurkha Signal Squadron, commented:
“As an OC of a Queen’s Gurkha Signal Squadron, I have been deeply impressed by how the entirety of 15th Signal Regiment is adapting to the evolving demands of the modern battlefield. The Armoured Brigade is the main punch of the British Army’s warfighting capability a role that is both challenging and demanding, requiring resilience, stamina, and exceptional leadership from our Junior Commanders. I couldn’t think of a better match than pairing the Armoured Warfighting Brigades with the Gurkhas, whose ethos remains: Rather die than be a coward.”
