47th Division (Imperial Japanese Army)
| 47th Division | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1943 - 1945 |
| Country | Empire of Japan |
| Branch | Imperial Japanese Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Engagements | Second Sino-Japanese War |
The 47th Division was an infantry division in the Imperial Japanese Army. It was created on May 14, 1943. It took part in the Battle of West Hunan. It was commanded by Lieutenant General Hiroshi Watanabe.
See also
Reference and further reading
- Madej, W. Victor. Japanese Armed Forces Order of Battle, 1937-1945 [2 vols] Allentown, PA: 1981
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