Central Macedonia Army Section facts for kids
The Central Macedonia Army Section (also known as TSKM) was a special army group in the Hellenic Army of Greece. It was created on March 6, 1941, during World War II. This group was like a large team of soldiers, similar to an army corps.
Its main job was to help defend Greece. It was led by Lieutenant General Ioannis Kotoulas. The Central Macedonia Army Section included two important groups of soldiers: the 12th Infantry Division and the 20th Infantry Division.
Later, on March 28, this army group joined a bigger force called 'W' Force, led by Henry Maitland Wilson. Their mission was to protect a key defense line in the Vermion Mountains and along the Haliacmon river. Sadly, the Central Macedonia Army Section was defeated and stopped existing in mid-April 1941, during the German invasion of Greece.
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What Made Up the Army Section (April 6, 1941)
On April 6, 1941, the Central Macedonia Army Section was made up of several important parts:
- The 20th Infantry Division, led by Major General Christos Karassos.
- The 12th Infantry Division, led by Colonel Georgios Karambatos.
- The 10th Frontier Sector, which helped guard the borders.
- Different artillery groups with cannons of various sizes.
- Units that helped protect against attacks from the air.
- Other support teams that provided help like supplies and transport.
Who Led the Army Section
This section had different leaders and main offices during its short time.
Main Leaders
- Lieutenant General Ioannis Kotoulas was the first commander. He led the group from March 6 to April 8, 1941.
- Major General Christos Karassos took over as commander from April 8 to April 20, 1941.
Main Office Locations
The main office, or headquarters, of the Central Macedonia Army Section moved several times as the war progressed:
