253rd Assault Battalion, also known as Battalion Arey of Ukrainian Volunteer Army, is a separate battalion under the command of 129th Territorial Defense Brigade. The unit was formed as the Separate Tactical Group Arey by veterans from Voznesensk, Mykolaiv Oblast in February 2022. The tactical group was later expanded to a battalion and assigned under the command of Territorial Defense Forces.
On February 12, 2024, the battalion was reformed into a separate assault battalion.
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Structure
Here you can find the last known structure of the unit, including their insignia if available.
Security Service
The Security Service of the Battalion under the command of Stepan Kovalchyk
Norman Brigade
Unit of foreign volunteers under the command of the battalion.
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Shkval Company
Penal company consisting of convicts mobilized for military service.
1st Rifle Company
The 1st Rifle Company of the Battalion.
2nd Rifle Company
The 2nd Rifle Company of the Battalion.
3rd Rifle Company
The 3rd Rifle Company of the Battalion.
Educational Work Company
The Educational Work Company of the Battalion.
Equipment
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