The 4th Parachute Brigade (Territorial)  was formed in 1947 as part of 16th Airborne Division (TA), with headquarters at  the Duke of York Barracks Chelsea.

The brigade comprised of:

10th Battalion (TA)

11th Battalion (TA)

14th Battalion (TA)

In 1950, the brigade was renumbered as 44th Parachute Brigade (TA).

In 1956, 16 Airborne Division was disbanded following a reduction in the number of TA Parachute Battalions, with the remaining 5 TA PARA Battalions, including the 10th and 11th Battalions, placed under the command of  44th Independent Parachute Brigade Group.

Brigade Commanders

* Brigadier Young also commanded 44th Independent Parachute Brigade Group.