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| 4th Infantry Division | |
|---|---|
| German:4. Infanterie-Division | |
Unit insignia | |
| Active | 1 October 1934 – 15 August 1940 |
| Country | |
| Branch | |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | Division |
| Garrison/HQ | Dresden |
| Engagements | World War II |
The4th Infantry Division, designated4.Infanterie-Division in German was one of the first divisions raised and served during part ofWorld War II. In 1940 it was reorganized as14th Panzer Division.
The 4th Infantry Division was raised in October 1934 inDresden. It took part in theInvasion of Poland in 1939 and later theBattle of France in 1940. Later that year it was converted into the 14th Panzer Division.
In 1937, the division's units were:
By 1939, the division's units were:
The following officers commanded 4th Infantry Division:
No members of 4th Infantry Division were awarded theKnight's Cross of the Iron Cross.
Polish Campaign:
Low Countries and France:
List of German divisions in World War II