6th Armored Division (Syria)
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The 6th Armored Division (Arabic: الفرقة المدرعة السادسة) is a formation of the Syrian Army responsible for securing the northeastern approach to Latakia.[1] The division is part of the Syrian Army's 1st Corps.
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6th Armored Division | |
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الفرقة المدرعة السادسة | |
Active | 2015–present[1] |
Country | Syria |
Allegiance | Syrian Armed Forces |
Branch | Syrian Army |
Type | Armoured division |
Role | Armoured warfare |
Size | up to 15,000 soldiers (2019) |
Garrison/HQ | Latakia |
Nickname(s) | "Death Brigade" (76th Brigade) |
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Current Commander | Maj. Gen. Haitham Assaf[3] |
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