Shock troops
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Shock troops or assault troops are formations created to lead an attack. They are often better trained and equipped than other infantry, and expected to take heavy casualties even in successful operations.
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See also
- Australian and New Zealand Army Corps
- Canadian Corps
- Ghatak Platoon
- Special forces
- Deli (Ottoman troops)
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