Charles Joseph Weld

Charles Joseph Weld CIE MC (1893–1962) was an officer in the British Indian Army during the interwar years, World War II, and post-war.

As part of Iraqforce, Brigadier Weld commanded the 21st Indian Brigade of the Indian 10th Infantry Division during the Anglo-Iraqi War and the Syria-Lebanon campaign.

As part of Paiforce, Brigadier Weld commanded the 21st Indian Brigade attached to Hazelforce during the Anglo-Soviet invasion of Persia. He was mentioned in despatches for his services in Iraq and Persia.

In 1942, Weld was promoted to acting Major-General.

Command history

 * 1938–1939: General Staff Officer 1, Waziristan District, India
 * 1940–1942: Commanding Officer, 21st Indian Brigade, Indian 10th Infantry Division, Middle East
 * 1942: General Officer Commanding, Cyprus
 * 1942: General Officer Commanding, XXV Indian Corps
 * 1943: District Officer Commanding, Meerut District, India
 * 1943–1945: Commanding Officer, Rawalpindi Area, India
 * 1944: Aide-de-Camp to the King
 * 1945–1946: Indian Army Liaison Officer to Indian Office
 * 1946: Retired with honorary rank of Brigadier