squad leaders

Small unit heads

Squad leaders are individuals who command small military units, typically consisting of eight to fourteen soldiers.

The term extends to anyone directing a small team in tactical or organized settings: The squad leaders briefed their teams before the exercise.

In video games, squad leaders coordinate group actions and often have special communication abilities.

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Those ranked below

rank and file · privates · enlisted soldiers · troops · foot soldiers

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