163rd Mechanized Infantry Division

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Overview

The 163rd Mechanized Infantry Division was a part of the Star League Defense Force Regular Army.

History

In 2764, the unit was stationed on Monongahela[1], assigned as a part of the XXIX Corps, Second Army, to District 1 of the Federated Suns Military Region and then transferred to District 3 by 2765, to take part in the Periphery Uprising.[2]The 163rd was destroyed during the Hegemony Campaign.[2]

Officers

The commanding officer in 2764 was Major General Shavonne Sharyl.[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.[4]

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. Field Manual: SLDF, p. 53, "163rd Mechanized Infantry Division"
  4. The Star League, p. 133

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