In 1942, after the disbandment of Gideon Force, Wavell – who had since been appointed Commander-in-Chief of the India Command – requested the services of Wingate in Burma.
Pada tahun 1942, setelah pembubaran Pasukan Gideon, Wavell - yang sejak itu telah diangkat menjadi Panglima Tertinggi Komando India - meminta pengabdian Wingate di Burma.