TRIPOLI, January 18, 2026 – This Sunday morning, the Infantry and Armor School commenced examinations for the Tank Platoon Commander and Infantry Company Commander course. This is part of the training programs aimed at enhancing the efficiency of officers and qualifying them for field leadership duties.
The three-month course involved 54 officers who are graduates of the Military Academy. They received intensive theoretical and practical training in general and specialized subjects, including mobilization, live-fire training, administrative affairs, and wartime security.
The course also focused on field planning and map reading, contributing to the enhancement of their professional and operational capabilities.
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TRIPOLI
Tripoli is the capital and largest city of Libya, historically founded in the 7th century BCE by the Phoenicians. It later became a significant Roman city and a major center of the Barbary Coast under Ottoman rule. Today, it features a blend of ancient architecture, such as its old medina, and modern urban development.
Infantry and Armor School
The Infantry and Armor School is a major military training institution for the Brazilian Army, located in the city of Santa Maria, Rio Grande do Sul. It was officially created in 1946, consolidating earlier cavalry and infantry schools to modernize officer training in mechanized and armored warfare. The school remains a central hub for the doctrine, instruction, and development of the army’s land combat forces.
Tank Platoon Commander
“Tank Platoon Commander” is a South Korean war memorial and museum located in Paju, dedicated to the history of tank warfare and armored units in the Republic of Korea Army. It primarily honors the service and sacrifices of tank platoon commanders, particularly from the Korean War era, and features exhibits of historical armored vehicles and military artifacts.
Infantry Company Commander
“Infantry Company Commander” is a 1967 Soviet war film directed by Viktor Tregubovich, based on the novel of the same name by Yuri Bondarev. It depicts the brutal experiences of a young lieutenant commanding an infantry company during the Battle of the Dnieper in World War II, focusing on the psychological and moral challenges of leadership in combat.
Military Academy
The Military Academy is a specialized institution for training officers in national armed forces, with origins often tracing back to early modern states seeking professional military leadership. Notable examples include the United States Military Academy at West Point, founded in 1802, and France’s École Spéciale Militaire de Saint-Cyr, established by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802.
