UNSC Platoon

What is a Platoon?
The UNSC Platoon consists of three sections, each headed by a corporal with a 2IC in the form of a lance corporal (see ‘Section’ on [S14, SS2, P1]), a sergeant as the 2IC, a signalman (see ‘Alternative Combat Arm Ranks’) and a Commander (either a 2ndLieutenant or a full Lieutenant). These are the largest sub-unit in the UNSCDF, with between 15 and 30 soldiers, and have many variations, depending on deployment, situation, location and company requirements. Platoons are seen by the UNSC as the largest unit that can have ‘micro-management’ were the commanding officer or non-com can manage each soldier individually with enough efficiency as not to hinder unit effectiveness (though most platoon leaders let their corporals dictate minor section parameters). The Signalman in the platoon has the effective rank of a Private First class; their role is to keep in contact with the platoon leader and the Company Officer Commanding and Battalion Commanding Officer (or any outside radio contact). Some platoons have variations in the form of Mortar and Anti-Tank teams, which have three rifle sections and their special equipment section, as well as a Captain and 2nd Warrant Officer replacing the Lieutenant and the Sergeant respectively.