5th Corps (Turkey)
The 5th Corps (Turkish: 5. Kolordu) is a field corps of the Turkish Army under 1st Army. It is headquartered at Çorlu in Tekirdağ Province under command of Tevfik Algan. It was formed in 1921 during the Turkish War of Independence.
| 5th Corps | |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1921 |
| Country | Turkey |
| Branch | Turkish Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | Corps |
| Part of | First Army |
| Garrison/HQ | Çorlu, Tekirdağ Province |
| Engagements | Turkish War of Independence (1919-1923) |
| Commanders | |
| Major general | Tevfik Algan |
| Notable commanders | Fahrettin Altay |
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