71st Division (2nd Formation) (People's Republic of China)

71st Army Division (1969-85)
Active1969.10-1985
CountryPeople's Republic of China
BranchPeople's Liberation Army
TypeDivision
RoleInfantry
Part of24th Army Corps


71st Army Division (Chinese: 陆军第71师)(2nd Formation) was formed in October 1969 from 3rd Engineer District of Beijing Military Region, and its designation was formally assigned in December.

The division was a part of 24th Army Corps. From 1969 to 1985, the division was composed of:

  • 211th Infantry Regiment
  • 212th Infantry Regiment
  • 213th Infantry Regiment
  • Artillery Regiment.

In 1983, 213th Infantry Regiment was detached from the division and transferred to the People's Armed Police. No evidence shows whether a new 213th Infantry Regiment was formed.

In 1985, the division was disbanded.

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