In September 1944 the 183 Volksgrenadier Division was formed of what was left of the 183rd Infantry Division, complemented by non-fighting military personnel (from navy and air force) and civilians.
The 183 Volksgrenadier Division was established in September 1944 from the leftover units of the 183rd Infantry Division, bolstered by support staff from the navy and air force, as well as local residents.