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3. Diviis 3rd Division | |
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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 |
The 3rd Division of the Estonian Army, was one of the three Estonian divisions created during the Estonian War of Independence, [1] which was active till the Soviet occupation of Estonia.
The division's first commander was Ernst Põdder. [1]
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.
The unit order of battle in 1939: