505th Bužim Brigade

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505th Bužim Knight Brigade
505. Viteška Bužimska brigada
Active15 August 1992; 29 years ago (15 August 1992)
CountryBosnia and Herzegovina Bosnia and Herzegovina
BranchArmy of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina
TypeInfantry
Garrison/HQBužim
EngagementsBosnian War
Commanders
Notable
commanders
Izet Nanić

The 505th Bužim Knight Brigade (505. Viteška Bužimska brigada) was part of the 5th Corps under the command of Brigadier General Izet Nanić. The 505th Brigade was honored by the late president of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Alija Izetbegović, as the most elite brigade during the Bosnian War because of its many victories.[citation needed]

The 505th Brigade was commanded by Izet Nanić.

Reorganized Units[]

The brigade was reorganized and these units were added:

  • 1. Detachment TO Bužim
  • 2. Detachment TO Bužim
  • 3. Detachment TO Bužim
  • Special Forces Unit "Hamze"
  • Special Forces Unit "Gazije"
  • Independent Units from the detachment TO Bužim

References[]

  • Bejdo Felić: 5th Corps 1992-1995
  • Dr. N. Thomas & K. Mikulan - The Yugoslav Wars 2
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