Then on 27 July 1940 the commando became part of No. 1 Special Service Battalion.

The two units now make up two companies of 39 Service Battalion.

This unit was formerly known as Headquarters and Service Battalion but officially changed its designation on October 20, 2006.

He was subsequently posted to the Special Service Battalion as second-in-command with the rank of major.

He became Officer Commanding of 1 Special Service Battalion in 1976.

The following are the current Service Battalions in the CF, by brigade:

Along with other officers of the Special Service Battalion, he helped to raise irregular mounted regiments.

Members of 23 Service Battalion wear the cap badge of the branch that their trade falls in.

In 1918 the Service Battalion joined the chase of the German forces through Mozambique.

The Service Battalion was well positioned to give assistance.