In the United States Army, a battalion serves as a fundamental tactical unit.
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: Several companies form a battalion, while several battalions typically form a brigade or regiment. In the United States Army, a battalion serves
: A typical battalion includes operational companies (e.g., infantry, armor, or artillery), a weapons company, and a headquarters unit. In the United States Army