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panzer division(German panzer, “armoured”) Self-contained military unit of the German army, built around the capabilities of armoured vehicles. In World War II, it consisted of a tank brigade with four battalions; a motorized infantry brigade with four rifle battalions; an artillery regiment; and reconnaissance, antitank, and military-engineering battalions and service units. Germany had six panzer divisions in 1939 and 20 by 1941. It remains the principal offensive element of the German army. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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In one example, a sergeant commanding a dozen soldiers and engineers, isolated from their chain of command, seized several French bunkers and opened a decisive breach for the 10th Panzer Division. German panzer divisions crossed the river and on 25 June moved to Baranovichi. The visionary expanse of the doctrine was reflected in the fact it was written before the Germans created their Panzer Divisions and officially established the Luftwaffe, yet the manual's prescriptions proved readily adaptable to large-scale armored warfare and air-ground operations. |
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