1st Division (North Korea)
The 1st Infantry Division is a military formation of the Korean People's Army.
| Guards 1st Infantry Division | |
|---|---|
Guards badge | |
| Active | 1948-present |
| Country | North Korea |
| Allegiance | Korean People's Army |
| Branch | Korean People's Army Ground Force |
| Type | Infantry division |
| Size | Division |
| Garrison/HQ | Kosong County, Kangwon Province |
| Engagements | Korean War |
| Decorations | Guards badge |
It was part of the North Korean advance from Seoul to Taejon.
The division fought in the Battle of Pusan Perimeter.
The intelligence section of U.S Far East Command headquarters listed the divisions order of battle as of 31 July 1952 as follows:
- 2nd Regiment
- 3rd Regiment
- 14th Regiment
- Artillery Regiment
This same report listed the 1st Division as being in III Corps Reserve at the same time period.
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