Viru Infantry Battalion | |
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Viru jalaväepataljon | |
Active | 1917–1918 1918–1940 1992–present |
Country | Estonia |
Branch | Estonian Land Forces |
Type | Mechanized infantry |
Role | Anti-tank warfare |
Size | Battalion |
Part of | 1st Infantry Brigade |
Garrison/HQ | Jõhvi |
Motto(s) | Eesti kodu kaitseks |
Anniversaries | Formed: 6 December Restored: 22 May |
Engagements | Estonian War of Independence |
Commanders | |
Current commander | Lieutenant Colonel Viljar Laaneste |
Notable commanders | Aleksander Seimann Jakob Vende |
The Viru Infantry Battalion (Estonian: Viru jalaväepataljon) is a battalion of the Estonian Land Forces. It is a part of the 1st Infantry Brigade and its primary task is to train conscription-based infantry and anti-tank units. The battalion has been previously known as the 4th Infantry Regiment and as the 4th Single Infantry Battalion. The battalion is currently based at Jõhvi.