Maindy Barracks

Maindy Barracks is a military installation in the Cathays district of Cardiff in Wales.

History
Maindy Barracks was built to accommodate the Royal Glamorgan Militia when it opened in 1877. In 1881 the newly-formed Welch Regiment became the occupants. It was home to the United States Army during the First World War; the War Memorial unveiled there at the end of the War was designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. The barracks were again used by the United States Army during Second World War. In the latter war it was bombed by German aircraft.

In 1969 the barracks became occupied by the newly-formed Royal Regiment of Wales. It is now the home of the 3rd Battalion, The Royal Welsh (Royal Regiment of Wales).

Current use
Today, Maindy Barracks is mainly home to 3rd Battalion, The Royal Welsh. Also on site are:
 * 1344 (Cardiff) Squadron Air Training Corps
 * HQ Number 1 Welsh Wing ATC
 * 'A' Company, Dyfed and Glamorgan Army Cadet Force