2nd Reserve Division (People's Republic of China)
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2nd Reserve Division (1955–58) | |
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Active | 1955.8-1958.3 |
Country | People's Republic of China |
Branch | People's Liberation Army |
Type | Division |
Role | Reserve Infantry |
Part of | Chengdu Military Region |
Garrison/HQ | Chongqing, Sichuan |
2nd Reserve Division(Chinese: 预备第2师) was formed in August 1955 in Chengdu Military Region. On February 15, 1956, the division moved to Chongqing, Sichuan. As of its activation the division was composed of:
- 4th Reserve Regiment;
- 5th Reserve Regiment;
- 6th Reserve Regiment;
- Artillery Regiment;
- Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment;
- Sergeant Training Regiment.
The division was fully manned and equipped. During its short-lived existence the division was focused on the training of officers and sergeants. In March 1958, the division was disbanded.
References[]
- Sichuan Provincial Local History Compilation Committee. 四川省志·军事志 [Sichuan Provincial History]. 31: Military History. p. 85.
Categories:
- Infantry divisions of the People's Liberation Army
- Military units and formations established in 1955
- Military units and formations disestablished in 1958
- Reserve divisions of the People's Liberation Army
- Chinese military stubs