Major-General commanding the Household Division

Major-General commanding the Household Division

The Major-General commanding the Household Division commands the troops of the Sovereign of the United Kingdom. He is also General Officer Commanding London District.

Recent Commanders

The holders of this office include:[1][2]

List of Majors-General Commanding the Brigade of Guards and General Officers Commanding Home District (1870-1906)

List of Majors-General Commanding the Brigade of Guards and General Officers Commanding London District (1906-1950)

List of Majors-General Commanding the Household Brigade and General Officers Commanding London District (1950-1968)

List of Majors-General Commanding the Household Division and General Officers Commanding London District (1968-)

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