5th Armored Division (France)
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The 5th Armored Division (French: 5e Division Blindée, 5e DB) was an armored division of the French Army that fought in World War II and the Algerian War. It was also active in Germany during the Cold War.
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5e Division Blindée | |
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Active | 9 July 1943 – 15 May 1962 1978 – 30 June 1992 |
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Type | Armored |
Engagements | World War II Algerian War |
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Notable commanders | Henri Navarre Christian de Castries |
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