The 49th Indian Brigade was an infantry brigade of the British Indian Army that saw active service with the Indian Army during the First World War. It served as an independent formation in the Sinai and Palestine Campaign but was broken up early in 1918.
| 49th Indian Brigade | |
|---|---|
| Active | 15 March 1917 – 20 January 1918 |
| Country |  British India |
| Allegiance | British Crown |
| Branch |  British Indian Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | Brigade |
| Part of | Independent |
| Engagements | First World War |
The 49th Indian Brigade was formed in March 1917 by the Egyptian Expeditionary Force. It served in the Sinai and Palestine Campaign as an independent formation. It did not take part in any significant battles and was broken up in January 1918.[1]
The brigade had the following composition in the First World War:[2]
The brigade was commanded throughout its existence by Brigadier-General E.R.B. Murray.[1]