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[edit] Major Events

The following major events took place in 1957:

• Federation of Malaysia granted independance within the Commonwealth.

• Rioting in Singapore.

[edit] Military Events

The following military events took place in 1957:

• 16 Regt RA returned to Bulford from Cyprus

• Handley-Page Victor enters service with the RAF

• Production of the French MAS 49-56 rifle commences.

• 28 Engineer Regiment RE disbanded, until being reformed in 1971.