Eastern Military Command (Brazil)

The Eastern Military Command (Portuguese: Comando Militar do Leste or CML) is one of eight Military Commands of the Brazilian Army.

The Eastern Military Command is responsible for the defense of the states Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, and Espírito Santo.

A Parachutist Brigade (Brigada de Infantaria Paraquedista) and two Infantry Brigades are assigned to the 1st Army Division, which is the maneuver unit of the CML.

Two Military Regional Commands are subordinated to the CML for administrative purposes.

Area of the Comando Militar do Leste 2017
Structure of the Comando Militar do Leste 2017 (click to enlarge)