In September 1951 1er Groupement Autonome was established, consisting of two escadrons of Weasels (33 each), three escadrons of LVT-4 (11 each) and one fire support platoon of 6 LVT(A)-4.
In September 1951, the 1er Groupement Autonome was created, consisting of two weasel squadrons, three LVT-4 squadrons, and one fire support platoon with LVT(A)-4 vehicles.