The 215th Division (Chinese: 第215师) was created in November 1949 under the Regulation of the Redesignations of All Organizations and Units of the Army, issued by Central Military Commission on November 1, 1948,[1] basing on the 2nd Division, 1st Corps, 1st Army Group of the People's Liberation Army of the Nationalist Party of China.
During its history in NRA, it took part in several major battles in the Second Sino-Japanese War.
Under the flag of 215th division it took part in the Chinese Civil War.
In September 1951 the division was transferred to 21st Army Group's control following 52nd Corps' disbandment.
In October 1969 the division was detached from the Army Corps and transferred to Fuzhou Military Region's control.