What do you call a military unit?

What do you call a military unit?

(The term regiment can signify either a battalion or a brigade in different countries' armies.) A brigade is the smallest unit to integrate different types of combat and support units into a functional organization. A combat brigade, for example, usually has infantry, armour, artillery, and reconnaissance units.

What is a military student called?

A military academy or service academy (in the United States) is an educational institution which prepares candidates for service in the officer corps. It normally provides education in a military environment, the exact definition depending on the country concerned.

What is a unit in war?

A unit is a military force grouping such as an army regiment or battalion, an air force squadron, a naval vessel or shore establishment. For more information on units, see our guide to Understanding Military Structure.