2nd Division (Estonia)
The 2nd Division, was one of the three Estonian divisions created during the Estonian War of Independence,[1] which was active until the Soviet occupation of Estonia. Since the restoration of independence in 1991 there are no divisions currently among the Estonian Defence Forces.
| 2. Diviis 2nd Division | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1918-1940 |
| Country |  Estonia |
| Branch |  Estonian Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Garrison/HQ | Tartu, Estonia |
| Engagements | Estonian War of Independence |
| Commanders | |
| First commander | Colonel Viktor Puskar |
History
The 2nd Division staff was based in Tartu. Since February 1, 1940, the division was made up by the Tartu Military District and Võru-Petseri Military District.
Order of battle
The unit order of battle in 1939:
- 7th Infantry Regiment
- 2nd Single Infantry Battalion
- 3rd Single Infantry Battalion
- 8th Single Infantry Battalion
- Kuperjanov Partisan Battalion
- Cavalry Regiment
- 3rd Artillery Group
- 4th Artillery Group
References
- "Aja jälg 4. osa". www.erm.ee (in Estonian). 19 January 2020. Retrieved 22 January 2022.
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