The Israeli 209th "Kidon" Artillery Brigade is a reservist artillery brigade subordinate to the Artillery Corps.[1] Formed in 1968, it has seen combat in many of Israel's wars.[1] In 2018 the brigade celebrated their 50th anniversary.[2]
| 209th Artillery Brigade | |
|---|---|
| אגד ארטילרי 209 | |
 | |
| Active | 1968–present |
| Country |  Israel |
| Allegiance |  Israel Defense Forces |
| Type | Reserve |
| Role | Artillery |
| Equipment | M109 howitzer |
| Engagements | |
Organization
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209th Artillery Brigade "Kidon" (Reserve)[citation needed]
- 647th Artillery Battalion (M270 "Menatetz" MLRS)
- 7057th Artillery Battalion (M109 "Doher" self-propelled howitzers)
- 8140th Artillery Battalion (M109 "Doher" self-propelled howitzers)
- 8157th Artillery Battalion (M109 "Doher" self-propelled howitzers)
- 8159th Target Acquisition Battalion
- Signal Company
References
edit- ^ a b "טקס חילופי מפקד עוצבת הכידון". idf.il (in Hebrew). Israel Defense Forces. 18 April 2019. Retrieved 4 April 2024.
- ^ "עוצבת כידון מציינת "יובל של אש"". beithatothan.org.il (in Hebrew). 25 December 2018. Retrieved 4 April 2024.
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