97th Mechanized Infantry Division
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Overview
The Ninety-seventh Mechanized Infantry Division was a part of the Star League Defense Force Regular Army.
History
In 2764, the unit was assigned, as a part of the XXX Corps, Twelfth Army, to District 2 of the Lyran Commonwealth Military Region, but was moved to an undisclosed area of the Periphery.[1] The Ninety-seventh was destroyed during the Periphery Uprising in 2765.[1]
Officers
Rank | Name | Command | |
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Commanding Officers of the 97th Mechanized Infantry Division |
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.[2]