| Sep 41 | Formed from Tobruk Garrison coast defences | |
| Sep 41 | 8 Army | N Africa |
| Dec 42 | GHQ Middle East Forces | N Africa |
| Jul 43 | Re-organised as HQ 17 Fire Command Post | |
| Jul 44 | Disbanded |
Batteries
| Sep 41 | 202, 206, 432 |
| Jan 43 | 226, 439, 440 |
| Jul 43 | 439, 440 |
The history of the Regiment in WW2
