Terminology
- Army - Consists of 2 or more corps.
- Corps - Operationally, it comprises 2 or more divisions. In the British Army it is used to administrate units that perform the same function, such as the Corps of Royal Engineers.
- Division - About 10 to 20,000 personnel, comprising about 4 brigades and other units.
- Brigade - Consists of a number of regiments and supporting units, numbering about 2,000 to 5,000 personnel.
- Battalion/Regiment - Made up of companies and squadrons, numbering about 300 to 1,000 personnel. Can consist of multiple battalions.
- Battery, Company, or Squadron - Consists of about 100 to 200 personnel.
- Platoon/Troop Consists of about 30 personnel.
- Section - Consists of about 8 personnel.
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