The unit was raised in Melbourne during 1916 as part of the Australian Imperial Force during World War I, and left for Egypt in June of the same year. The unit fought against the Senussi in the Sudan and Western Desert. The 1st Armoured Car Section became the 1st Light Car Patrol on 3 December.
The unit was formed in Melbourne during 1916 as part of the Australian Imperial Force during World War I, and departed for Egypt in June of that year. The unit engaged in combat against the Senussi in the Sudan and Western Desert. The 1st Armoured Car Section became the 1st Light Car Patrol on December 3rd.