32nd Marines Brigade (Greece)

32nd Marines Brigade (Greece)

The 32nd Marines Brigade (Greek: 32 ΤAΞ ΠΝ - 32η Ταξιαρχία Πεζοναυτών Mοράβας), 32 TAX PN - 32 Taxiarhia Pezonavton "Moravas", is the Marines unit of Greece. They are based at the port town of Volos in Thessaly, and are intended for amphibious operations among the numerous small islands off the Greek coast. Unlike other countries, the Greek Marines form part of the Army, while the landing craft and naval equipment are provided by the Hellenic Navy.

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