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.
- sergeantsNoncommissioned military officers
- noncommissioned officerEnlisted rank with authority
- platoonSmall infantry formation
- infantryGround combat troops
- commandAuthoritative instruction given
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Broad statements or commanders
commanding generals · commanders-in-chief · field marshals · admirals · colonels
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Those ranked below
rank and file · privates · enlisted soldiers · troops · foot soldiers
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