Troop


 

A troop is a military unit, originally a small force of cavalry, subordinate to a squadron and headed by the troop leader. Cavalry soldiers of private rank are called troopers (abbreviated Tpr., not troupers). Today, troop has different specific meanings in different armed forces.

Related Topics:
Military unit - Cavalry - Squadron - Private rank - Troopers

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Generally, soldiers may be referred to as troops.

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Introduction
British Army and Royal Marines
U.S. Cavalry
General military usage
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