Fast Facts: Modern Ground Combat Force Structure

Fast Facts: Modern Ground Combat Force Structure
by, Michael Moran, Executive Editor

Classic military unit groupings—from ancient phalanx or hoplite formations to modern armored cavalry regiments—differ greatly in their specialization and size, and from country to country. With the United States military in the midst of a major reorganization—transformation, in the Pentagon’s lingo—here is a basic look at how modern ground, naval, and air units break down in terms of size and tasks.

Source: Council on Foreign Relations