1st Cavalry Division (Wehrmacht)
The 1st Cavalry Division (German: 1. Kavallerie-Division) was formed in October 1939. It fought in the Netherlands, Belgium, France and on the Eastern Front. It was officially transformed into the 24th Panzer Division in late 1941.
| 1st Cavalry Division | |
|---|---|
| 1. Kavallerie-Division | |
Unit insignia | |
| Active | 20 November 1939 – 27 November 1941 |
| Country | Nazi Germany |
| Branch | German Army |
| Type | Cavalry |
| Size | Division |
| Garrison/HQ | Insterburg, Angerburg |
| Colours | Golden Yellow |
| Engagements | World War II
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| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Kurt Feldt |
| Insignia | |
| Cavalry Unit Standard | |
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