Sentence examples for the support troop from inspiring English sources

It is probable that the device would not have been detonated if the escort had been equipped with an ECM, known as Element B. "The essential components of Element B had become available from about June 16 2004 but had not been collected from the stores by Fusilier Gentle's unit for fitting by the support troop.

After basic training, the support troops receive focused training in their specialties before assignments to units.

Instead, the supporting troops to their rear were withdrawn and the Turks managed to get behind them.

The difference is support troops — someone has to make the soldiers' lunch, and get their guns to them.

When fighting a war, you need the rear guard, the infantry, air and sea support; troops on the ground.

A division generally totals from 15,000 to 20,000 soldiers depending on the number of support troops.

Still, the "support the troops" replacement seems to be expressed more in terms of charity than respect.

Nicholas D. Kristof's column gives new meaning to the "support our troops" rhetoric: Bring them home!

In general, the "support our troops" crowd draws the line when that support might actually cost something.

The "support the troops" party, no.

The regimental commander ordered all support troops and officers to the line and they were able to repulse the assault.