3rd Division (Estonia)
The 3rd Division of the Estonian Army, was one of the three Estonian divisions created during the Estonian War of Independence, which was active till the Soviet occupation of Estonia. Since the restoration of independence in 1991 there are no divisions currently among the Estonian Defence Forces.
| 3. Diviis 3rd Division | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1919-1940 |
| Country |  |
| Branch |  |
| Type | Infantry |
| Garrison/HQ | Tallinn, Estonia |
| Engagements | Estonian War of Independence |
| Commanders | |
| First commander | Major-General Ernst Põdder |
| Last commander | Major-General Herbert Brede |
History
The 3rd Division staff was based in Tallinn. Since February 1, 1940, the division was made up by the Harju Military District and Lääne-Saare Military District.
Order of battle
The unit order of battle in 1939:
- Automobile-Tank Regiment
- 6th Single Infantry Battalion
- 9th Single Infantry Battalion
- 10th Single Infantry Battalion
- Sakala Partisan Battalion
- Kalev Single Infantry Battalion
- Scouts Single Infantry Battalion
- Engineering Battalion
- Signal Battalion
- 5th Artillery Group
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See also
- 1st Division
- 2nd Division
- 4th Division
- 1st Infantry Brigade
Notes and references
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