2nd Panzer Brigade (Bundeswehr)
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The 2nd Panzer Brigade (German: Panzerbrigade 2), known as 2nd Panzergrenadier Brigade (Panzergrenadierbrigade 2) from 1959 until 1981, was an armored brigade of the Bundeswehr. It was subordinate to 1st Panzer Division and active from 1959 to 1993.
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2nd Panzer Brigade | |
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German: Panzerbrigade 2 | |
Active | 16 March 1959 – 31 March 1993 |
Country | Germany |
Allegiance | Bundeswehr |
Branch | German Army |
Size | Brigade 2,900 soldiers (1989) |
Garrison/HQ | Braunschweig |
Commanders | |
Last commander | Wulf Wedde |
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