14th Mechanized Infantry Division

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Overview

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

History

In 2764 the Fourteenth was a part of XXV Corps within the Eighth Army and was assigned to District 1 of the Free Worlds League Military Region. The Fourteenth was then transferred to District 3 by 2765, to take part in the SLDF response to the Periphery Uprising.[1] The Division was destroyed during the Hegemony Campaign.[1]

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.

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 The Star League, p. 141, "Eighth"

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