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(plətuːn ) countable noun. A platoon is a small group of soldiers, usually one which is commanded by a lieutenant. [...] See full entry for 'platoon' Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers.
A platoon leader or platoon commander (more common in Commonwealth militaries and the US Marine Corps) is the officer in charge of a platoon. This person is usually a junior officer – a second or first lieutenant or an equivalent rank. The officer is usually assisted by a platoon sergeant.
A captain (Hauptmann) is the platoon leader, assisted by a first lieutenant and each squad has a second lieutenant or a master sergeant in charge, often supported by a long-service sergeant or skilled senior corporal.
a small group of about ten or twelve soldiers, with a lieutenant in charge of it: His platoon was ambushed. a platoon commander. a group of vehicles, especially military vehicles: The captain was in the lead vehicle of the platoon. First there is a platoon of motorcycle outriders who will clear the streets ahead.
- Mission Accomplishment. The first and most important mission of an Army Platoon Leader is to accomplish the mission. Whatever their mission might be, they need to make sure it gets done on time and to standard.
- Take Care of their Soldiers. The second thing Army Platoon Leaders are responsible for is taking care of their soldiers. This is their second most important task, right behind accomplishing the mission.
- Tactician. A good Platoon Leader is worth their weight in gold in the field, if they are technically and tactically proficient. In fact, officers make their money in the field.
- Training. Platoon Leaders plan, resource, execute and assess training at the platoon level. They write operation orders, request training resources, conduct mission briefs and assess training.
Zugführer ( [ˈt͡suːkˌfyːʁɐ], lit. 'platoon leader') is a military appointment to a sub-subunit leader, e.g. platoon leader, belonging to the Non-commissioned officer (NCO) rank group or junior officer.
a small group of about ten or twelve soldiers, with a lieutenant in charge of it: His platoon was ambushed. a platoon commander. a group of vehicles, especially military vehicles: The captain was in the lead vehicle of the platoon. First there is a platoon of motorcycle outriders who will clear the streets ahead. transport specialized.
