Reserve Infantry Division of Chaoyang
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Chinese Military unit
| Reserve Division of Chaoyang | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1983.8 - 1986.3 |
| Country | People's Republic of China |
| Branch | People's Liberation Army |
| Role | Infantry |
| Size | Division |
| Part of | Liaoning Provincial Military District |
| Garrison/HQ | Chaoyang, Liaoning |
Military unit
The Reserve Division of Chaoyang (Chinese: 朝阳陆军预备役师) was formally activated in March 1983, in Chaoyang, Liaoning. The division was then composed of:
- 1st Regiment
- 2nd Regiment
- 3rd Regiment
- Artillery Regiment[1]
The division was located in the city of Chaoyang, along with Beipiao, Kazuo, Jianchang, and Jianping.[2]
As of its activation, the division was composed of 13,392 personnel, with 4 122 mm howitzers, 4 85 mm guns, 4 107mm MRLs, 4 twin-14.5 mm AA MGs, and 10 tractor vehicles.[3]
The division was disbanded in March 1986.[4]
