5th Infantry Brigade (New Zealand)

The 5th Infantry Brigade was a formation of the New Zealand Military Forces, active during the Second World War as part of the 2nd New Zealand Division. It saw service during the Battle of Greece, the Battle of Crete, the North African Campaign and the Italian Campaign before being disbanded in late 1945.

Order of Battle
The 5th Infantry Brigade was made up of the following units:
 * 21st Battalion;
 * 22nd Battalion;
 * 23rd Battalion.

At various times during the war, the 28th Battalion was also attached to the brigade.