Alexander Barracks (British Military Site)

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Alexander Barracks accepted its first resident infantry unit in 1958, when the Middlesex regiment moved from Alma Camp. Originally the accommodation blocks and ancillary building were of the same nature that can be seen in Slim Village today.

Alexander Barracks was originally used by infantry units supporting the Garrison, but it has also housed units on 6 monthly roulement tours with the United Nations who would serve six months in Nicosia and six months in Dhekelia. In 1990 The Queens Royal Lancers served six months in Nicosia and then became the first regiment to complete a two year tour in Dhekelia.
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Coordinates:   34°58'55"N   33°43'14"E
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