Was the intent of OKH in the design of grenadier battalions in Volksgrenadier Division to create a mini regiment? The different types of equipment and firepower in the battalion Schwere Kompanie is the same as 3 different companies in the regular division’s regimental structure. What additional support did the Volksgrenadier Regiment have or was it all in the battalions?
I have yet to encounter an official explanation of any of these structures. I think, however, that the next few posts in this series, which deal with the regimental heavy companies, may suggest some possibilities.
Was the intent of OKH in the design of grenadier battalions in Volksgrenadier Division to create a mini regiment? The different types of equipment and firepower in the battalion Schwere Kompanie is the same as 3 different companies in the regular division’s regimental structure. What additional support did the Volksgrenadier Regiment have or was it all in the battalions?
I have yet to encounter an official explanation of any of these structures. I think, however, that the next few posts in this series, which deal with the regimental heavy companies, may suggest some possibilities.