72nd Guards Mechanized Brigade

72nd Guards Mechanized Brigade

The 72nd Mechanized Brigade is a formation of the Ukrainian Ground Forces. It was previously named the 29th Rifle Division and then the 72nd Guards Rifle Division of the Soviet Ground Forces.

Read more about 72nd Guards Mechanized Brigade:  Awards, Famous People of The Division, Brigade Order of Battle 2002-present, Past Commanders

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