Yes, soldiers in World War I could transfer between battalions, although it was not a common practice. Transfers typically occurred for various reasons, including reassignments due to injuries, changes in unit composition, or personal requests. However, such transfers often depended on administrative decisions and the needs of the military at the time. The process could be complicated and might involve bureaucratic hurdles.
Pal battalions, formed from groups of volunteers who shared common backgrounds or communities, had the advantage of fostering strong camaraderie and morale among soldiers, which could enhance unit cohesion and performance. However, a significant drawback was that when these battalions suffered heavy casualties, it often devastated entire communities, leading to profound social and emotional impacts. Additionally, their reliance on local recruitment sometimes resulted in a lack of experienced soldiers, as these units were filled with inexperienced recruits. Ultimately, while pal battalions promoted a sense of unity, they also highlighted the tragic human cost of war.
A regiment is commanded by a colonel. A regiment could be divided into two battalions, or from eight to ten companies.
When men from a small area decided to enlist, it was difficult not to enlist too, without being ridiculed or called a coward. The main disadvantage was that whole boys battalions could be wiped out on the battlefield. Many villages and city areas suddenly found that a whole generation was no longer there.
Pal's Battalions were units in the British Army during the first world war. It's basic idea was that people could be enlisted in local recruiting drives in order to fight with their family, friends, etc. The word "pal" meaning friend in British English (:
Because the deep trenches protected them from bullets and shell fragments that were fired at the soldiers and so that the soldiers could be be seen (as targets).
There is no fixed number and it varies from country to country (in Switzerland and Austria for instance, the numbers could go as high as 11,000 troops), but a brigade is typically composed of two to five battalions (of around 300-1,200 soldiers) , plus supporting elements.
Yes They could always request a transfer, but it would only be approved if such a transfer was in the best interest of the service. It works that way in today's military, too, but in peace time a requested transfer is much more likely to be approved than during a conflict.
By 1976, regiments were no longer standing formations in the Army, and were retained more for the purpose of lineage. How many companies a regiment had depended on how many battalions of the regiment were still standing.. it could be one, it could be more. It also depended on how those battalions were structured.
A regiment is commanded by a colonel. A regiment could be divided into two battalions, or from eight to ten companies.
Transfer Earnings is the amount that the factor could earn in it's best paid alternative employment. Economic rentis the difference between what the factor is earning and what the factor could earn in it's alternative employment.
There wasn't one. They used whatever guns they could get, and many soldiers on both sides of The War Between The States used their own guns.
They had limited powers. They could make coins, borrow money, make treaties with other countries and the Indians, settle conflicts between the states, and they could ASK states for money and soldiers, but they could not force the states to give money or soldiers, even in an emergency.
When men from a small area decided to enlist, it was difficult not to enlist too, without being ridiculed or called a coward. The main disadvantage was that whole boys battalions could be wiped out on the battlefield. Many villages and city areas suddenly found that a whole generation was no longer there.
They had limited powers. They could make coins, borrow money, make treaties with other countries and the Indians, settle conflicts between the states, and they could ASK states for money and soldiers, but they could not force the states to give money or soldiers, even in an emergency.
Roman armor worn by soldiers in ancient times was typically made of metal and could weigh between 40 to 60 pounds.
The story of the soldiers running away could create a shared interest between a father and son due to its themes of bravery, sacrifice, and honor. They may both appreciate the historical context, discussing the soldiers' motivations and the consequences of their actions. This shared interest could lead to meaningful conversations and bonding between the two.
You can't. I wish you could. Add me as a friend on howrse, my username is cocogirl20. (answer by pop5).