The 8th Army Corps is one of the major formations of the Republic of China Army and is tasked with defending southern Taiwan.[1]
8th Army Corps | |
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Active | 1979–present |
Country | Republic of China |
Branch | Republic of China Army |
Type | Corps |
History
editThe 8th Army Corps was formed in July 1979 on the basis of the Army training and combat development headquarters.[2]
In 2021 it was announced that the corps will become part of the 4th Combat Theater Command.[1]
Organization
editThe 8th Army Corps Headquarters was renamed the 8th Army Corps Command in 2006.[2]
The structure of the corps is as follows:
References
edit- ^ a b Yeo, Mike (May 17, 2021). "Taiwan unveils Army restructure aimed at decentralizing military". Defense News. Retrieved June 3, 2024.
- ^ a b "Headquarters – Republic of China Army". Republic of China Army Headquarters. Ministry of National Defense. Retrieved June 3, 2024.