The 198th Division(Chinese: 第198师)(2nd Formation) was formed in November 1969 from 5th District, Engineer Corps.
| 198th Army Division (1969–85) | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1969.11 – 1985 |
| Country | People's Republic of China |
| Branch | People's Liberation Army |
| Type | Division |
| Role | Infantry |
| Part of | 66th Army Corps |
The first formation of the 198th Division had been disbanded earlier in the 1960s and the division HQ transferred to the Navy.
From 1969 the division was a part of 66th Army Corps.
As of 1969 the division was composed of:
- 592nd Infantry Regiment;
- 593rd Infantry Regiment;
- 594th Infantry Regiment;
- Artillery Regiment.
In 1985 the division was disbanded.
References
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