I Corps (South Korea)
The I Corps is a corps of the Republic of Korea Army. It is named 'GWANGGAETO' (1군단 '광개토부대').
| I Corps GWANGGAETO | |
|---|---|
| Active | 24 July 1950 - present |
| Country | Republic of Korea |
| Branch | Republic of Korea Army |
| Role | Offensive force |
| Part of | Ground Operations Command |
| Engagements | Korean War |
| Commanders | |
| Notable commanders | Paik Sun-yup Kim Jong-oh |
It was created on July 24, 1950, just before the Battle of the Pusan Perimeter. It consisted of the 8th Infantry Division and the Capital Division. During the Battle of the Pusan Perimeter (July–September, 1950), its headquarters was at Sangju.
Currently, the I Corps is the largest corps of the ROK Army. The corps is organized with three infantry divisions, one mechanized infantry division, and several separate brigades.
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