Markförband

Markförband is the term used for the land-based formations of a country’s armed forces. It denotes the ground forces responsible for operations on land, including combat units, combat support, and logistics, and is distinct from maritime and air forces. In many contexts, markförband form the core of national defense and may participate in international missions or crisis response as part of alliances or partners.

Organization and composition commonly feature a hierarchical structure with regiments or battalions and larger formations such as brigades or divisions. They typically include infantry, armored or mechanized units, artillery, engineers, and support arms such as signals, logistics, and medical services. Modern markförband emphasize combined-arms operations, mobility, protection, and robust command and control, often integrating with air and naval assets when available and coordinating with international partners during joint operations.

Roles and capabilities cover national defense and deterrence, offensive and defensive land operations, stabilization and peacekeeping, disaster response, and participation in allied or international missions. Training and doctrine focus on interoperability, readiness, and adaptability to diverse environments. The specific structure and recruitment of markförband vary by country, reflecting national defense policy, budget, and strategic priorities, but the land-based component remains a central element of most contemporary armed forces.