Czech Land Forces

Czech Land Forces Command
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Czech Armed Forces

The Land Forces form the core of the Czech Armed Forces’ combat capability. They protect the Czech Republic, contribute to NATO and EU collective defence, take part in operations abroad and support citizens during emergencies at home.

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The Land Forces combine manoeuvre, fire support, logistics, engineering, CBRN defence, reconnaissance and electronic warfare capabilities.

Flyer 72 HD: A New Level of Mobility for Czech Paratroopers

28.7.2026
Richard Maňásek

43. výsadkový pluk Modernizace Kolová technika

The Flyer 72 HD light assault vehicle is a platform developed from the outset for special operations and airborne units.

Liberec: Leading Military CBRN Specialists and Life Beneath Ještěd

18.7.2026
Richard Maňásek

31. prchbo Kde můžete sloužit

Liberec is home to the 31st CBRN Defence Regiment and offers specialist military careers alongside the facilities of a regional university city.

The 7th Mechanised Brigade has a new commander

7th Mechanised Brigade Has a New Commander: Colonel Vybíhal to Lead Its Transformation

17.7.2026
Richard Maňásek

7. mechanizovaná brigáda

Colonel Miroslav Vybíhal has taken command of the 7th Mechanised Brigade as it enters a decisive phase of modernisation and heavy-brigade development.

Military EOD specialist clearing unexploded ordnance from a training area

Clearing Military Training Areas: Quiet Work That Returns Land to the Public

16.7.2026
Richard Maňásek

Pyrotechnici EOD 15. ženijní pluk

Explosive ordnance clearance in former and current military training areas is not one of the armed forces’ most visible tasks, yet it is of enormous importance.