Gruppenführer (Group Leader)

'"Sweat saves blood, blood saves lives, but brains saves both." -Field Marshall Erwin Rommel'

As Gruppenführer you have taken on a difficult task. It's best to have a good understand of the other roles in the game, and have experienced battle from the soldat's perspective.

Herding Cats
This is your squad. You can identify them by the numbers over their head. It's your job to keep them safe, as well as use them effectively. Try to communicate with them in person, or over the radio so they know your name. Make sure to give the basics to any recruits who seem confused.

You're soldiers will wander off, get lost, and find every possible way to fuck up and disappear. To mitigate this, it's best to establish an easy goal, or meeting point. A common spot is the house right before the river, or the train station. Instruct them on supplies to bring, usually ammo, bandages and sandbags.

Middle Managing
You're squad is expecting you to do more then give orders. They will look to you when shit inevitably hits the fan. You're job is to know what to do, and when to do it. Here are some common situations you will encounter in a typical assault, and the appropriate response.
 * Wounded soldier - Get the soldier to safety, then bandage his wounds. Call a medic on the radio, or send him back to the base.
 * Incoming tank - First, order a retreat. Once your squad is safe, request a PTRD anti-tank rifle, or panzerfausts be brought to destroy the tank. Some officer's will bring the PTRD with them, just in case.
 * Enemy fortification - Sending your men at a prepared enemy is suicide. Coordinate with a kanonier if possible to bombard the location from afar. You can collect coordinates in your "Command" tab, similar to the scout.

I'm all alone
If you're squad is lost or dead don't worry ,this happens to even the best Gruppenführers. You can still put your leadership to good use, as your radio communication will still be distinguished. Try to find other soldiers and organize them as best you can. Communicate the battle status to the Feldwebel, or next in command.