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1. www.nam.ac.uk › explore › army-organisationBritish Army organisation | National ... - National Army Museum

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   A company is part of a battalion and usually consists of between 100 and 150 soldiers. They are usually lettered A through to D, and made up of at least two platoons. But sometimes they have names such as ‘Grenadier Company’ or ‘Fire Support Company’.

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2. uklandpower.com › 2019/01/25 › achieving-a-commonAchieving A Common Size and Structure for UK Infantry Battalions

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   Jan 25, 2019 · Instead of an ISTR platoon it there would be a mort company with 3 platoons with 120mm mortars, plus a patrol platoon combining the sniper and recon platoons, and finally a UAV company. The other support company would have the assault pioneers and the 2-3 anti tank platoons.

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   Aug 29, 2019 · The C4I Platoon (formerly the Signals Platoon) is primarily designed to support Battalion HQ by providing communication services and radio operators. A nominal structure of 1 officer + 27 other ranks is proposed, which is in line with existing signal signal platoon sizes.

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4. www.britannica.com › topic › company-military-unitCompany | Military Unit Structure & Organization | Britannica

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   A military company consists of a headquarters and two or more platoons organized and equipped to perform the company’s operational functions. It is usually commanded by a captain , who discharges the basic responsibilities for training, discipline , and providing for the welfare of the personnel.

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5. www.gov.uk › government › newsBritish Army experiments with Dstl study on urban combat

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   Mar 30, 2023 · The NGCT that ETG are experimenting with is based around 2 Phalanx Platoons and a Manoeuvre Support Group. The Phalanx Platoon is built of 3 sections of 10 personnel, an...

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6. www.thefreelibrary.com › A+commander's+guide+toA commander's guide to the forward support company.

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   Mar 1, 2007 · The forward support company is a 233-Soldier, multifunctional unit that includes a distribution platoon and a maintenance platoon organized to provide support to a maneuver battalion (FM 4-90.1). This is intentionally a very broad mission statement.

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   How many platoons would a company HQ Support?

   • Three platoons of 36 soldiers would need to be supported by a Company HQ comprised of the Company Commander, Company 2IC, CSM, CQMS, two storemen, two clerks, two radio operators, four drivers, and two runners. This adds-up to 2 officers +14 other ranks. This proposal is in-line with what rifle companies already have.

   Achieving A Common Size and Structure for UK Infantry Battalions

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   How does a platoon distribute supplies?

   • The platoon may distribute supplies via unit distribution (combat logistics patrols [CLPs]), supply point distribution (FOB-centric), or both. It also has the ability to conduct simultaneous Class III and V support to line companies, HHC, and the FSC itself.

   A commander's guide to the forward support company

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   What was the difference between RASC headquarters and rifle platoons?

   • The Company Headquarters housed the company's command and supporting elements, while the Rifle Platoons were its fighting elements. When an Infantry Brigade was part of an Armoured Division, each Rifle Company would be lifted in 6 3-ton lorries from the RASC Armoured Divisional Troops Company. Company Headquarters

   British Rifle Company Organization (1943-45) - Battle Order

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   How many personnel does a platoon have?

   • The number 36 is interesting, because it is a multiple of 3, 6, 9 and 12, which allows a flexible division of personnel between sections and platoon headquarters. Platoon structures based on a total headcount of 36 personnel allow three basic configurations:

   The Universal Infantry Battalion - Wavell Room

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   How many rifle platoons would a rifle company have?

   • Three rifle platoons of 36 soldiers would sit within an overall Rifle Company structure supported by Company HQ elements. The proposed structure provides the Company Commander, Company 2IC, CSM, CQMS, two clerks, two radio operators, four drivers, and four additional soldiers for miscellaneous duties. This adds-up to 2 officers +14 other ranks.

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   What is the difference between a platoon and a section?

   • Sections are usually under the command of a non-commissioned officer, often a corporal or sergeant. A platoon is a part of an infantry company and is further divided into three or four sections. A British platoon usually consists of 25 to 30 soldiers. Platoons are commanded by a lieutenant or second lieutenant.

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8. www.battleorder.org › uk-rifle-co-1944British Rifle Company Organization (1943-45) - Battle Order

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   The PIAT replaced the Boys .55 caliber anti-tank rifle that had been issued at 1 per rifle platoon headquarters prior to 1943. The new weapon would be located at the Company Headquarters and issued out to rifle sections at the Company Commander's discretion.