Brigade commander
A brigade commander is commonly a major general, brigadier general, brigadier, or colonel. In some armies, the commander is rated as a general officer. The brigade commander has a self-contained headquarters and staff. A brigade commander ranks above a colonel whose insignia is one star [Indian army].
The brigade commander is responsible for the brigade's daily activities and training, including brigade efficiency and morale. The brigade commander is also ultimately accountable for the conduct of the brigade and corrective actions when necessary.
In addition to these broader functions, there are specific duties the Brigade Commander is also responsible for. The Brigade Commander coordinates the drafting of the Brigade’s goals. The Brigade Commander also attends chain of command meetings and policy boards as the representative of the Brigade. When new policies are issued, the Brigade Commander ensures that these policy changes are promulgated and enacted throughout the chain of command [NAVYOMLINE.com].
The brigade commander provides subordinates with missions, tasks, and a clear statement of his concept for support, allows his subordinates freedom of action in implementing his orders, provides planning guidance for future operations, positions himself to follow and influence operations, and maintains communications with higher and lower. Adjacent units react immediately to directions from their higher commander to release and receive forces [GlobalSecurity.org].
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