The 547. Grenadier-Division was formed in July 1944 as a Sperr-Division and redesignated a Grenadier-Division soon after. It was redesignated 547. Volksgrenadier-Division in October 1944.

Commanders

Generalmajor der Reserve Dr. Ernst Meiners (13 July 1944 - 9 Oct 1944)

Area of operations

Eastern front, central sector (July 1944 - Oct 1944)

Holders of high awards

See 547. Volksgrenadier-Division

Order of battle

Grenadier-Regiment 1091
Grenadier-Regiment 1092
Grenadier-Regiment 1093
Artillerie-Regiment 1547
Divisionseinheiten 1547

Sources used

Georg Tessin - Verbände und Truppen der deutschen Wehrmacht 1933-1945

Reference material on this unit

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