8th Infantry Division (Russian Empire)
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| 8th Infantry Division | |
|---|---|
| 8-я пехотная дивизия | |
| Active | 1806 – c. 1918 |
| Country |  Russian Empire |
| Branch |  Russian Imperial Army |
| Role | Infantry |
| Size | approx. 20,000[1] |
| Garrison/HQ | Warsaw |
| Engagements | World War I |
The 8th Infantry Division (Russian: 8-я пехотная дивизия, 8-ya pekhotnaya diviziya) was an infantry formation of the Russian Imperial Army that existed in various formations from the early 19th century until the end of World War I and the Russian Revolution. The division was based in Warsaw in the years leading up to 1914. It fought in World War I and was demobilized in 1918.[2][3]
Russian infantry divisions consisted of a staff, two infantry brigades and one artillery brigade.[1] The 8th Infantry Division was part of the 15th Army Corps.[3]
- 1st Brigade (HQ Warsaw):
- 2nd Brigade (HQ Warsaw):
- 8th Artillery Brigade
