Definitions for column (formation)
col·umn (for·ma·tion)

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1. Column (formation)

   A military column is a formation of soldiers marching together in one or more files in which the file is significantly longer than the width of ranks in the formation. The column formation allows the unit rapid movement and a very effective charge (due to weight of numbers), and it can quickly form square to resist cavalry attacks, but by its nature only a fraction of its muskets are able to open fire. The line formation offers a substantially larger musket frontage than the column, allowing for greater shooting capability, but requires extensive training to allow the unit to move over ground as one while retaining the line. It is also applied by modern armies to vehicles, troops and naval vessels.

How to pronounce column (formation)?

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of column (formation) in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of column (formation) in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of column (formation) in a Sentence

1. Frank Moore Colby:

   Averageness is a quality we must put up with. Men march toward civilization in formation, and by the time the van has learned to admire the masters the rear is drawing reluctantly away from the totem pole.

References

1. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Column_(Formation)