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Sign in to savethumb|Platoon of marines from the [[United States Marine Corps, 1945]]
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A platoon is a small military unit typically consisting of a group of soldiers or marines organized under a single commander. It is a basic building block of military organization that allows armed forces to coordinate and deploy personnel effectively in combat and other operations.
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thumb|Platoon of marines from the [[United States Marine Corps, 1945]]
A platoon is a military unit typically composed of two to four squads, sections, or patrols. Platoon organization varies depending on the country and the branch, but a platoon can be composed of 20–50 troops, although specific platoons may range from 10 to 100 people. A platoon is typically the smallest military unit led by a commissioned officer. The platoon leader is usually a junior officer—a second or first lieutenant or an equivalent rank. The officer is usually assisted by a platoon sergeant.