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A battalion is a unit of military organization. It has no fixed universal definition as to the size or composition of it. However, it falls in the organizational hierarchy between a company and a regiment/brigade. That is, it is larger than a company (and, is usually composed of at least two companies, plus other elements), but smaller than a regiment or brigade (which may consist of several battalions).
In general, the company or equivalent unit is the smallest "managed" combat element of an army - that is, the company is the smallest organization which has a dedicated command section that does not immediately engage in combat. (Platoons and smaller units have command sections, but command is in many ways secondary to these units' combat requirements). In a company, the command section may incidentally engage in combat (as they are in close proximity to the front), but their main function is command and control. In most militaries, companies are commanded by a captain or equivalent rank.
Battalions are made up of several companies, and generally are the first unit to have significant heterogeneous makeup (that is, they have several different units which have significantly different equipment and missions). For example, a typical infantry battalion will have several infantry companies (made up of soldiers equipped with light firearms), but it will likely also have several subunits for logistical supply (such as a truck section) and perhaps heavy fire support (a section of mortars or light artillery). Battalions are the first place where the concept of "combined arms" starts to show up. Battalions tend to be commanded by a major, or more rarely, a lieutenant colonel.
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Is battalion an adjective?
No, battalion is a noun.
When was Mickiewicz Battalion created?
Mickiewicz Battalion was created in 1937.
When was Duchifat Battalion created?
Duchifat Battalion was created in 1984.
When did First Battalion happen?
First Battalion happened in 2006.
When was Battalion Parasol created?
Battalion Parasol was created in 1943.
What is the motto of MΔori Battalion?
The motto of the MΔori Battalion is "Ake Ake Kia Kaha," which translates to "Forever and Ever be Strong." This motto reflects the enduring strength and resilience of the MΔori Battalion soldiers.
How many to a battalion?
An Infantry Batallion has a nominal strength of 1224. It can vary however from 300 to 1300
Who is in charge of a battalion?
The Battalion Commander is in charge of a battalion.
What is the highest authorized rank within a unit of company strength?
Depends on the unit type and composition. A battalion's HHC (Headquaters and Headquarters Company) is a company, yet it contains the battalion commander (typically a Lieutenant Colonel, but sometimes a full bird).
What is the difference between a battalion and battalion commander?
battalion alludes to the number of men therein. battalion commander alludes to the commander of the battalion
What is the collective noun for battalion?
The word battalion is a collective noun for a battalion of soldiers or a battalion of photographers.
How many people in one battalion?
Giving away troop strength of military units is unwise. Meet the units in combat if you want to know their numbers.
Is battalion an adjective?
No, battalion is a noun.
What does 1st Battalion mean?
Usually refers to a battalion's order within a regiment. If a regiment has four battalions which are either in that regiment, or else affiliated with that regiment, then they'll be numbered, first battalion, second battalion, third battalion, fourth battalion..
Is the word battalion a collective noun?
Soldiers
Do you always capitalized the battalion?
No, you do not always capitalize battalion. Only when it is used in conjuction with the Unit Designation. 1st Battalion, 325th Airborne Infantry Battalion is an infantry battalion assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division.
If Crew is to sailors then what is battalion to?
Crew is to sailors as battalion is to soldiers.
