2. Jagd-Division

2. Jagd Division [For an explanation of the meaning of Luftwaffe unit designation see Luftwaffe Organisation] (2nd Fighter Division) was one of the primary divisions of the German Luftwaffe in World War II. It was formed May 1 1942 in Stade The Division was disbanded on 8 May 1944.The Division was subordinated to XII. Fliegerkorps (May 1942 – September 1943), I. Jagdkorps (September 1943 – January 1945) and IX (J) Fliegerkorps (January 1945 – May 1945).

Commanding Officers

*Generalleutnant Walter Schwabedissen, 1 May 1942 – 30 September 1943
*Generalmajor Max Ibel, 1 October 1943 – 1 February 1945
*Oberst Gustav Rödel, 1 February 1945 – May 1945

ubordinated units

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Notes

References

* [http://www.lexikon-der-wehrmacht.de/Gliederungen/Fliegerdivision/Jagddiv2.htm 2. Jagd-Division @ Lexikon der Wehrmacht]
* [http://www.ww2.dk/air/hq/2jd.htm 2. Jagddivision @ The Luftwaffe, 1933-45]