How Big Is an Army Brigade?

How big is an army brigade? This depends on the army's country of origin. Here's how several countries--the United States, England, Australia, Canada--and NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) define a brigade.

United States

A U.S. Army brigade typically has 2,500 to 4,000 soldiers. A brigade is divided into two to five regiments.

England

An English Army brigade can be as small as 300 men and as large as 1,000. The English refer to a brigade as a regiment.

Australia

An Australia brigade consists of approximately 5,000 soldiers. A brigade is divided into two mechanized infantry battalions--an armored regiment and armored artillery regiment.

Canada

The size of a Canadian brigade is 5,000 men. These brigades are divided into three Canadian Mechanized Brigade Corps.

NATO

A NATO brigade consists of approximately 4,000 to 5,000 troops.

References

• Words of War