The 1st Mechanized Cavalry Brigade (1st Brigade C Mec), is one of the mechanized brigades of the Brazilian Army. Its headquarters is located in the city of Santiago, in the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul. It is part of the Brazilian Army 3rd Division, based in the city of Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul.[2] Also known by its historical designation - Brigade José Luiz Menna Barreto.
1st Mechanized Cavalry Brigade | |
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Active | 1974–present |
Country | Brazil |
Branch | 3rd Army Division |
Garrison/HQ | Julio Avenue Castillos 137, Santiago, Rio Grande do Sul |
Website | Brigade website |
Commanders | |
Current commander | General de Brigada Douglas Bassoli[1] |
Insignia | |
Abbreviation | 1ª Bda C Mec |