The initial organization envisioned two combat command headquarters at the disposal of the armored division.

The combat command headquarters themselves were small, fielding only five light tanks and 56 men.

The rear typically contains all elements of the force necessary to support combat forces - food, medical supplies and substantial shelters, planners and command headquarters.

These flags are often used to mark a command headquarters in garrison, as well as a symbol for the general himself.

It was the sector command headquarters for air defense engagement, coordinating ground control and intercept functions and supporting the outlying northern elements of the air defense system.