UK–Dutch Battlegroup
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The UK–Dutch Battlegroup[3] or UK/NL EUBG 2010 (Dutch: Brits-Nederlandse Battlegroup[4] or Nederlands-Britse Battlegroup)[5] is an EU Battlegroup led by the United Kingdom, in which the Netherlands also participate. It was on standby during the first half of 2010, simultaneously with Battlegroup I-2010.[1][2]
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UK–Dutch Battlegroup UK/NL EUBG 2010 | |
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Active | 1 January 2010 – 30 June 2010[1][2] |
Country | United Kingdom Netherlands |
Allegiance | European Union |
Branch | EU Battlegroup |
Type | Rapid reaction force |
Size | 1500 |
Part of | European Union Military Staff |
Garrison/HQ | London, United Kingdom |
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The core of the battlegroup was formed by the United Kingdom/Netherlands Amphibious Force (UK/NL AF), that has existed since 1972.[4][6][7]