136th Mechanized Infantry Division

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Overview

The 136th Mechanized Infantry Division was a part of the Star League Defense Force Regular Army.

History

In 2764, the unit was stationed on Breed[1], assigned as a part of the XVI Corps, Second Army, to District 1 of the Free Worlds League Military Region and then transferred to District 3 in 2765, a result of the New Vandenberg Uprising.[2]

The 136th would take part in Hegemony Campaign, but did not survive the war to liberate the Terran Hegemony.[2]

Officers

The commanding officer in 2764 was Major General Sechnaill Abrahamsson.[3]

Tactics

The Mechanised Infantry Divisions of the Star League were used offensively to exploit gaps in the enemy front created by the BattleMech Divisions. They also bore the brunt of defensive actions.

Composition History

The Division comprised two Brigades of Mechanised Infantry and a single BattleMech Brigade. Also attached was a Ground Aero Wing.

2764

At least one battalion of infantry in each of its regiments is trained in SCUBA operations.[3]

References

  1. Field Manual: SLDF, p. 252, "SLDF - Federated Suns Military Command Map"
  2. 2.0 2.1 The Star League, p. 150, "Second"
  3. 3.0 3.1 Field Manual: SLDF, p. 51, "136th Mechanized Infantry Division"

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