Re: Command Reactivation (some history)

--- Andy Cowell <andy@cowell.org> wrote:

> I think this is usually how it's done in most modern
> forces, as well.
> I *think* tank platoons are attached to infantry
> company commanders,
> but usually not much lower.  I *think* a battalion
> attachment is most
> common.  Maybe someone can confirm/deny?

In US practice, yes.

For attachments, they are usually attached where they
should logically go.  Companies are attached to
batallions.  Platoons are attached to companies.  The
only armor under the command of an infantry platoon
leader are his own Bradleys.  

John

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