Battle group: Difference between revisions

A '''battle group''' is a [[UNSC]] designation for a force of ships that is generally smaller than a [[fleet]]. A battle group is roughly equivalent to a [[Covenant]] [[task force]] in terms of number of ships; however, a task force is far superior to a battle group in terms of sheer firepower and technology.  

A battle group is usually commanded by an [[Admiral]], though there have been instances of smaller battle groups being led by Captains.<ref>'''[[Halo Wars: Genesis]]'''</ref>  Each Battle Group is assigned a number,<ref>'''[[Halo Graphic Novel]]''', ''page 86''</ref> or, when the number is not known, the battle group is referred to simply by its flagship. Battle Groups are also created on a temporary basis, with a specific mission or to accomplish a specific task.<ref>'''[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]]'''</ref><ref>'''[[Halo Wars: Genesis]]'''</ref><ref>'''[[Halo: Evolutions]]''', "The Impossible Life and Possible Death of Preston J. Cole"</ref>

*[[UNSC Battle group Leviathan|Leviathan]]

*The funding of the [[SPARTAN-II Program]], including their [[MJOLNIR Armor]] and training, cost about as much as a Battle Group.<ref>'''[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]]''', ''page 45''</ref><ref>'''[[Halo Wars: Genesis]]'''</ref>

*Battle groups, like their larger counterpart, usually are assigned a [[Prowler]] for observation and sabotage.