1st Mechanized Corps (Soviet Union)
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Not to be confused with 1st Guards Mechanized Corps (Soviet Union).
The 1st Mechanized Corps was a mechanized corps of the Red Army during World War II that formed twice.
Quick Facts 19th Motor Rifle Division (1957–1965)35th Motor Rifle Division (1965–1992), Active ...
1st Mechanized Corps (1940–1946) 1st Mechanized Division (1946–1957) 19th Motor Rifle Division (1957–1965) 35th Motor Rifle Division (1965–1992) | |
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Active | 1940 – Aug 1941, 1942–1946 |
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Role | Mechanized Corps (Soviet) Motor-Rifle |
Size | Corps Division |
Engagements | World War II |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Major General M. L. Cherniavsky |
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In 1946, the Corps became the 1st Mechanized Division.