I Corps (South Korea)
| I Corps | |
|---|---|
| File:ROK I Corp.gif | |
| Active | 24 July 1950 - present |
| Country |  Republic of Korea |
| Branch | Republic of Korea Army |
| Role | Offensive force |
| Engagements | Korean War |
I Corps (South Korea) was created July 24, 1950, just before the Battle of Pusan Perimeter.
I Corps consisted of the 8th Infantry Division and the Capital Division.
During the battle of the Pusan Perimeter (July-September, 1950), its headquarters was at Sangju.[1]
Currently, I Corps is the largest corps in the ROK Army. I Corps is organized with three infantry divisions, one mechanized infantry division, and several separate brigades.[2]
References
- ^ Webb, William J. The Korean War: The Outbreak. United States Army Center of Military History. CMH Pub 19-6.
- ^ [1] I ROK Corps - GlobalSecurity.org
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