179th Mechanized Infantry Division
179th Mechanized Infantry Division | |
Formed | unknown |
Disbanded | 2765 |
Nickname | n/a |
Affiliation | SLDF |
Parent Command | XLVII Corps |
Contents
Overview
The 179th Mechanized Infantry Division was a part of the Star League Defense Force Regular Army.
History
In 2764 the 179th was a part of LXV Corps within the Twentieth Army and was assigned to the Periphery Military Region.[1] The 179th was destroyed during the Periphery Uprising in 2765.[1]
Officers
Rank | Name | Command | |
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Commanding Officers of the 179th Mechanized Infantry Division |
Tactics
The Mechanized 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 Mechanized Infantry and a single BattleMech Brigade. Also attached was a Ground Aero Wing.[2]