1st Bengal Lancers (Bangladesh)
| 1st Bengal Lancers | |
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| Active | 1974-1976 |
| Country | Bangladesh |
| Branch | Bangladesh Army |
| Type | Tank regiment |
| Garrison/HQ | Dhaka Cantonment |
| Equipment | 30 T-54 Tanks |
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The 1st Bengal Lancers was the Bangladesh Army's first tank regiment. It is famous for being the main force behind the 15 August 1975 coup, which resulted in the assassination of Sheikh Mujib and his family.