55 Division (Sri Lanka)
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The 55 Division is an elite division
of the Sri Lanka Army. A principal offensive division it is currently deployed for combat operations in the Jaffna Peninsula
and is under the command of Security Forces Headquarters - Jaffna
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Division (military)
A division is a large military unit or formation usually consisting of between 10,000 and 20,000 soldiers. In most armies, a division is composed of several regiments or brigades, and in turn several divisions typically make up a corps...
of the Sri Lanka Army. A principal offensive division it is currently deployed for combat operations in the Jaffna Peninsula
Jaffna Peninsula
The Jaffna Peninsula is an area in Northern Province, Sri Lanka. It is home to the capital city of the province, Jaffna and comprises much of the former land mass of the ancient Tamil kingdoms of the Nagas and the medieval Jaffna kingdom. The peninsula is mostly surrounded by water, connected to...
and is under the command of Security Forces Headquarters - Jaffna
Security Forces Headquarters - Jaffna
Security Forces Headquarters - Jaffna is a regional command of the Sri Lanka Army, that is responsible for the operational deployment and command all army units stationed in and around the Jaffna Peninsula in the Northern Province, this includes several divisions and the independent brigades...
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Towns captured by 55 Division
| # | Area Liberated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chalai | 5 February 2009 |