Aspecte generale cu privire la atribuțiile și activitatea Miliției din județul Chişinău (1917-1918) [Articol]

Abstract

General aspects regarding the duties and activities of the Militia in Chișinău county (1917-1918). This article reflects a chapter from the history of the Militia of Chișinău County during the period 1917-1918, highlighting the organizational structure, responsibilities, and activities of this institution essential for maintaining public order. The Militia of Chișinău County was composed of six militia sectors, covering a population of 203,343 inhabitants across an area of 3,272 desiatines. At the head of this structure was the militia chief, Andronachi Grigorie Vasilievici, assisted by two deputies. The militia was equipped with weapons such as Browninger and Nogana revolvers, cavalry sabers, spades, and Bergana firearms. The militia had various responsibilities, including maintaining public order, preventing and combating criminality, monitoring infrastructure and sanitary conditions, as well as managing population records, including deserters and prisoners of war, judicial and fiscal duties, and more. The six militia sectors were strategically placed in key localities: Chișinău, Nisporeni, Hâncești, as well as in the Budești, Sireț, and Mereni districts, with each sector fulfilling administrative and public safety roles, ensuring efficient control over the entire region.