Cavalry Operations

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CavalryCavalry

OperationsOperationsUnclassifiedUnclassified


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OutlineOutline

Terminal Learning ObjectiveTerminal Learning Objective

Organizations and MissionsOrganizations and Missions

ReconnaissanceReconnaissanceSecuritySecurity

Economy of ForceEconomy of Force

Other OperationsOther Operations


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Terminal Learning ObjectiveTerminal Learning Objective

While Serving As a Troop CommanderWhile Serving As a Troop Commander

or a Squadron Staff Officer in aor a Squadron Staff Officer in a

Tactical Environment, the Student WillTactical Environment, the Student WillEmploy a Cavalry Organization toEmploy a Cavalry Organization to

Accomplish the Primary Missions ofAccomplish the Primary Missions of

the Cavalry IAW FM 17-95 and FM 1-the Cavalry IAW FM 17-95 and FM 1-116116


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2nd ACR (L)2nd ACR (L)

3rd ACR3rd ACR

25 ID (L)25 ID (L) 3-4 CAV3-4 CAV

10 MTN (L)10 MTN (L) 3-17 CAV3-17 CAVL

1 AD1 AD 1-1 CAV1-1 CAV

1 ID(M)1 ID(M) 1-4 CAV1-4 CAV1 CAV1 CAV 1-7 CAV1-7 CAV

2 ID2 ID 4-7 CAV4-7 CAV

3 ID(M)3 ID(M) 3-7 CAV3-7 CAV

4 ID(M)4 ID(M) 1-10 CAV1-10 CAV

82 ABN82 ABN 1-17 CAV1-17 CAV 101 ABN101 ABN 2-17 CA2-17 CAV

Active Component Cavalry UnitsActive Component Cavalry Units


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Enabling Learning Objective AEnabling Learning Objective A

Action: Select the Basic Designs ofAction: Select the Basic Designs of

Cavalry OrganizationsCavalry Organizations

Condition: Given a list of CavalryCondition: Given a list of Cavalry

OrganizationsOrganizations

Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 1-17Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 1-17


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Basic DesignsBasic Designs

ACR (Armored)ACR (Armored)

ACR (Light)ACR (Light)

Armored Division Cavalry SquadronArmored Division Cavalry Squadron

Light Division Cavalry SquadronLight Division Cavalry Squadron

Airborne Division Cavalry SquadronAirborne Division Cavalry Squadron

Air Cavalry SquadronAir Cavalry Squadron


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Enabling Learning Objective BEnabling Learning Objective B

Action: Select the Organization of theAction: Select the Organization of the

Armored Cavalry Regiment (A)Armored Cavalry Regiment (A)

Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

Standard: IAW FM 17-95 and theStandard: IAW FM 17-95 and the

OAAB.OAAB.


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Armored Cavalry RegimentArmored Cavalry Regiment

The ACR is a self contained combinedThe ACR is a self contained combined

arms organization. The ACR is aarms organization. The ACR is a

separate unit that supports the corpsseparate unit that supports the corps

or joint task force.or joint task force.


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ACRACR

RSS

MIE

HHT


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Armored Cavalry SquadronArmored Cavalry Squadron

HHT

M3 (CFV) 12 x 3M3 (CFV) 12 x 3

M1M1 9 x 39 x 3

M106M106 2 x 32 x 3

M1M1 14 x 114 x 1 M109M109 8 x 18 x 1

M3 (IFV) 2 x 1M3 (IFV) 2 x 1


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RASRAS

HHT

OH-58D 8 x 3OH-58D 8 x 3 AH-64AH-64 8 x 28 x 2 UH-60UH-60 15 x 115 x 1

A

M

U

L

EH-60EH-60 4 x 14 x 1

AVUMAVUM


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ACR SupportACR Support

RSS

MIE

HHT


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Enabling Learning Objective CEnabling Learning Objective C

Action: Identify the Organization ofAction: Identify the Organization of

the Light Armored Cavalry Regimentthe Light Armored Cavalry Regiment


Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 1-19, FMStandard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 1-19, FM

71-8 Annex E, 1999 AVN Force71-8 Annex E, 1999 AVN ForceStructure p. 23Structure p. 23


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Armored Cavalry Regiment (L)Armored Cavalry Regiment (L)

The ACR(L) is similar to the ACR (A)The ACR(L) is similar to the ACR (A)

with some significant exceptions.with some significant exceptions.

These differences require modificationThese differences require modification

of the TTPs prescribed for the ACRof the TTPs prescribed for the ACR

throughout FM 17-95.throughout FM 17-95.


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ACR (L)ACR (L)

RSS

MIE

HHTL

L


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Light Armored Cavalry SquadronLight Armored Cavalry Squadron

HHT

TOW HMMWVTOW HMMWV 12 x 312 x 3

SCT HMMWVSCT HMMWV 9 x 39 x 3TOW HMMWVTOW HMMWV 12 x 112 x 1 155(T)155(T) 8 x 18 x 1

L

L


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RAS (L)RAS (L)

HHT

OH-58D 8 x 4OH-58D 8 x 4 UH-60UH-60 15 x 115 x 1

U

L

OH-58D 1 x 1OH-58D 1 x 1

AVUMAVUM


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ACR Support (Light)ACR Support (Light)

RSS

MIE

HHTL

L


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Enabling Learning Objective DEnabling Learning Objective D


the Heavy Division Cavalry Squadronthe Heavy Division Cavalry Squadron


Standard: IAW FM 71-8 Annex C (C-3)Standard: IAW FM 71-8 Annex C (C-3)


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Heavy Division Cavalry SquadronHeavy Division Cavalry Squadron

HHT

AVUMAVUMM3 (CFV) 13 x 3M3 (CFV) 13 x 3

M1M1 9 x 39 x 3

M106M106 2 x 32 x 3

OH-58D 8 x 2OH-58D 8 x 2

M3 (CFV) 2 x 1M3 (CFV) 2 x 1


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Enabling Learning Objective EEnabling Learning Objective E


the Light Division Cavalry Squadronthe Light Division Cavalry Squadron


Standard: IAW FM 71-8 Annex E, 1999Standard: IAW FM 71-8 Annex E, 1999

AVN Force Structure p. 23AVN Force Structure p. 23


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Light Division Cavalry SquadronLight Division Cavalry Squadron

HHT

AVUMAVUMTOW HMMWVTOW HMMWV 8 x 18 x 1

SCT HMMWVSCT HMMWV 12 x 112 x 1

120mm Mtrs120mm Mtrs 2 x 12 x 1

OH-58D 8 x 2OH-58D 8 x 2

L

L


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Enabling Learning Objective FEnabling Learning Objective F


the Airborne Division Cavalrythe Airborne Division Cavalry

SquadronSquadron



Airborne Division CavalryAirborne Division Cavalry


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Airborne Division CavalryAirborne Division Cavalry

SquadronSquadron

HHT

AVUMAVUMTOW HMMWVTOW HMMWV 8 x 18 x 1

SCT HMMWVSCT HMMWV 12 x 112 x 1OH-58D 8 x 3OH-58D 8 x 3


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Enabling Learning Objective GEnabling Learning Objective G


the Air Assault Air Cavalry Squadronthe Air Assault Air Cavalry Squadron

Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of NotesStandard: IAW 1999 AVN ForceStandard: IAW 1999 AVN Force

Structure p. 27Structure p. 27


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Air Assault Air Cavalry SquadronAir Assault Air Cavalry Squadron

HHT

AVUMAVUMOH-58D 8 x 4OH-58D 8 x 4


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Enabling Learning Objective HEnabling Learning Objective H

Action: Select the Organization andAction: Select the Organization and

Employment Methods of an AirEmployment Methods of an Air

Cavalry TroopCavalry Troop


Standard: IAW FM 17-95 and theStandard: IAW FM 17-95 and the

OAAB.OAAB.


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Air Cavalry TroopAir Cavalry Troop

HQ

OH-58D 4 x 1OH-58D 4 x 1 OH-58D 4 x 1OH-58D 4 x 1


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ACT Organized by TeamsACT Organized by Teams

FAFA

RPRP

PL LION (LOA)PL LION (LOA)

PL TIGER (BHL)PL TIGER (BHL)

PL COUGAR (LD)PL COUGAR (LD)

PL JAGUARPL JAGUAR


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ACT Organized by TeamsACT Organized by Teams

Scout Weapons TeamScout Weapons Team

Heavy Scout TeamHeavy Scout Team

Heavy Weapons TeamHeavy Weapons Team


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ACT Organized by PlatoonsACT Organized by Platoons

FAFA

RPRP

PL LION (LOA)PL LION (LOA)

PL TIGER (BHL)PL TIGER (BHL)

PL COUGAR (LD)PL COUGAR (LD)

PL JAGUARPL JAGUAR


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Enabling Learning Objective IEnabling Learning Objective I

Action: Select the Purpose andAction: Select the Purpose and

Fundamentals of ReconnaissanceFundamentals of Reconnaissance

OperationsOperations


Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 3-3, 3-5Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 3-3, 3-5

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ReconnaissanceReconnaissance

Cavalry does not perform a reconCavalry does not perform a recon

mission for its own sake. Cavalrymission for its own sake. Cavalry

performs recon for another friendlyperforms recon for another friendly

force to provide it with fresh, accurateforce to provide it with fresh, accurate

information about the terrain andinformation about the terrain and

enemy within the area. Recon allowsenemy within the area. Recon allows

the higher commander to keep otherthe higher commander to keep other

forces free from contact as long asforces free from contact as long as

possible.possible.

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ReconnaissanceReconnaissance

Fundamentals (GORRDE)Fundamentals (GORRDE)

Gain and maintain enemy contactGain and maintain enemy contact

Orient on the recon objectiveOrient on the recon objective

Report rapidly and accuratelyReport rapidly and accurately

Retain freedom of maneuverRetain freedom of maneuver

Develop the situationDevelop the situationEnsure maximum recon forces forwardEnsure maximum recon forces forward

E bli L i Obj ti JE bli L i Obj ti J


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Enabling Learning Objective JEnabling Learning Objective J

Action: Identify the Four Types ofAction: Identify the Four Types of

Reconnaissance MissionsReconnaissance Missions



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Types of ReconnaissanceTypes of Reconnaissance

RouteRoute

AreaArea

ZoneZone

Recon in ForceRecon in Force

E bli L i Obj ti KE bli L i Obj ti K


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Enabling Learning Objective KEnabling Learning Objective K

Action: Identify purpose and criticalAction: Identify purpose and critical

tasks of a Route Reconnaissancetasks of a Route Reconnaissance


Standard: IAW FM 17-95Standard: IAW FM 17-95

R t R iR t R i


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Route ReconnaissanceRoute Reconnaissance

Purpose Is to Obtain Detailed InfoPurpose Is to Obtain Detailed Info

About a Specified Route and AllAbout a Specified Route and All

Adjacent Terrain From Which theAdjacent Terrain From Which the

Enemy Could Influence MovementEnemy Could Influence Movement

Along That RouteAlong That Route

C iti l T kCritical Tasks


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Critical TasksCritical Tasks

Recon and determine trafficabilityRecon and determine trafficability

Recon all terrain along the routeRecon all terrain along the route

Recon built-up areas along routeRecon built-up areas along route

Recon lateral routesRecon lateral routes

Inspect/evaluate all bridgesInspect/evaluate all bridges

Locate fords and crossing sitesLocate fords and crossing sites

Inspect/evaluate all over/underpassesInspect/evaluate all over/underpasses

and culvertsand culverts

Critical Tasks contCritical Tasks cont


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Critical Tasks cont.Critical Tasks cont.

Recon all defiles along the routeRecon all defiles along the route

Locate/clear route of mines,Locate/clear route of mines,

obstacles, and barriersobstacles, and barriers

Locate bypasses around built-upLocate bypasses around built-up

areas, obstacles, and contaminatedareas, obstacles, and contaminated

areasareasFind and report all enemy along routeFind and report all enemy along route

Report route informationReport route information

Route ReconRoute Recon


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Conduct of a Route Recon:Conduct of a Route Recon:

Air/Ground Integration Works BestAir/Ground Integration Works Best

Control Measures:Control Measures:

Lateral BoundariesLateral Boundaries

SP/RPSP/RP

Route DesignationRoute DesignationPhase Lines and Check PointsPhase Lines and Check Points

Assign Only One Route Per Troop IfAssign Only One Route Per Troop If

Enemy Contact Is PossibleEnemy Contact Is Possible



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RTE GREENRTE GREEN

PL SPURPL SPUR PL BITPL BIT PL STARPL STAR PL ROPEPL ROPE

CP

1

CP

2 CP

1

SP

RP

Enabling Learning Objective LEnabling Learning Objective L


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Enabling Learning Objective LEnabling Learning Objective L

Action: Identify the purpose andAction: Identify the purpose and

critical tasks of a Zone Reconnaissancecritical tasks of a Zone Reconnaissance

Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of NotesStandard: IAW FM 1-116 p. 3-14, 3-15Standard: IAW FM 1-116 p. 3-14, 3-15

Zone ReconZone Recon


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Purpose Is to Obtain Detailed InfoPurpose Is to Obtain Detailed InfoConcerning All Routes, Obstacles,Concerning All Routes, Obstacles,

Terrain and Enemy Forces Within aTerrain and Enemy Forces Within a

Zone Defined by BoundariesZone Defined by Boundaries



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Find and report all enemy w/in zoneFind and report all enemy w/in zone

Recon specific terrain w/in zoneRecon specific terrain w/in zone

Report recon informationReport recon information

Critical Tasks (Time Permitting)Critical Tasks (Time Permitting)


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Critical Tasks (Time Permitting)Critical Tasks (Time Permitting)

Recon all terrain w/in zoneRecon all terrain w/in zone

Inspect/classify all bridges in zoneInspect/classify all bridges in zone

Locate fords/crossing sites in zoneLocate fords/crossing sites in zone

Inspect/classify all over/underpassesInspect/classify all over/underpasses

and culvertsand culverts

Locate/clear all mines, obstacles, andLocate/clear all mines, obstacles, andbarriers in zonebarriers in zone

Locate bypass around obstacles, etc.Locate bypass around obstacles, etc.



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Regimental Zone Recon:Regimental Zone Recon:3 Ground Squadrons Abreast3 Ground Squadrons Abreast

RAS ForwardRAS Forward

Attack in ReserveAttack in Reserve



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Squadron Zone ReconSquadron Zone ReconGround Troops AbreastGround Troops Abreast

Air CAV TRPs ForwardAir CAV TRPs Forward

Recon All RoutesRecon All Routes



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Ground CAV Troop Zone ReconGround CAV Troop Zone ReconCFVs AbreastCFVs Abreast

Tanks in Supporting PositionTanks in Supporting Position

Recon All Routes and TerrainRecon All Routes and Terrain

Do Not Bypass Enemy WithoutDo Not Bypass Enemy Without

PermissionPermission

Air CAV to Front/FlanksAir CAV to Front/Flanks



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Air CAV Troop Zone ReconAir CAV Troop Zone ReconConducted As a Movement to ContactConducted As a Movement to Contact

By Platoons or TeamsBy Platoons or Teams

Same Control Measures As Ground CAVSame Control Measures As Ground CAV

Do Not Bypass Enemy WithoutDo Not Bypass Enemy Without

PermissionPermission



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XX

XX

PL STETSONPL STETSON

(LD)(LD)PL SADDLEPL SADDLE PL SPURPL SPUR

PL BOOTPL BOOT

(LOA)(LOA)

A

B

RTE DIAMONDRTE DIAMOND

CP

1

CP2

CP

3

NAI

1

NAI

2

CP

4

Enabling Learning Objective MEnabling Learning Objective M


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Enabling Learning Objective MEnabling Learning Objective M

Action: Identify the Purpose andAction: Identify the Purpose andCritical Tasks of Area ReconnaissanceCritical Tasks of Area Reconnaissance


Standard: IAW FM 17-95 / FM 1-116Standard: IAW FM 17-95 / FM 1-116

Area ReconArea Recon


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Purpose Is to Obtain Detailed InfoPurpose Is to Obtain Detailed InfoConcerning Terrain or Enemy ActivityConcerning Terrain or Enemy Activity

W/in a Prescribed Area Such As aW/in a Prescribed Area Such As a

Town, Ridgeline, Woods, Bridge, orTown, Ridgeline, Woods, Bridge, orOther Feature That May Be Critical toOther Feature That May Be Critical to

the Operationthe Operation



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Area Reconea eco

Squadron Area Recon:Squadron Area Recon:Similar to a Zone Recon ExceptSimilar to a Zone Recon Except

Movement to and FromMovement to and From

Assign Troop SectorsAssign Troop Sectors

May Be in Rear Area or Cross-FLOTMay Be in Rear Area or Cross-FLOT

Enemy Forces encountered are ReportedEnemy Forces encountered are Reported

and Bypassedand Bypassed



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Area Recon

Ground CAV Troop Area ReconGround CAV Troop Area ReconSame As Zone Recon Except forSame As Zone Recon Except for

Movement to and FromMovement to and From

Air CAV Troop Area ReconAir CAV Troop Area Recon

Report/Bypass Enemy Enroute, IfReport/Bypass Enemy Enroute, If

PossiblePossible

Routes to and from the area shouldRoutes to and from the area should

provide the best cover and concealmentprovide the best cover and concealment

from enemy air defense detectionfrom enemy air defense detection

Area Recon Control MeasuresArea Recon Control Measures


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II

I

PL STETSONPL STETSON

(LD)(LD)PL SADDLEPL SADDLE PL SPURPL SPUR

PL BOOTPL BOOT

(LOA)(LOA)

RTE DIAMONDRTE DIAMOND

CP

1

CP2

CP

3

NAI

1

NAI

2

CP

4

1

3

AB0003

AB0001 AB0002

Enabling Learning Objective NEnabling Learning Objective N


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Action: Select the Purpose of aAction: Select the Purpose of aReconnaissance in ForceReconnaissance in Force





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Purpose Is a Limited ObjectivePurpose Is a Limited ObjectiveOperation by at Least a Battalion-SizeOperation by at Least a Battalion-Size

Force to Obtain Info and to Locate andForce to Obtain Info and to Locate and

Test Enemy Dispositions, Strengths,Test Enemy Dispositions, Strengths,and Reactionsand Reactions



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Performed by an ACR or DivisionPerformed by an ACR or DivisionCavalry SquadronCavalry Squadron

Performed as zone recon or movement toPerformed as zone recon or movement to

contactcontact

Conducted along a broad frontConducted along a broad front

Series of probing actions to test enemySeries of probing actions to test enemy

reaction at selected pointsreaction at selected points

Enabling Learning Objective OEnabling Learning Objective O


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Action: Identify the Purpose ofAction: Identify the Purpose ofSecurity OperationsSecurity Operations



Security OperationsSecurity Operations


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Purpose Is to Obtain Info About thePurpose Is to Obtain Info About theEnemy and Provide Reaction Time,Enemy and Provide Reaction Time,

Maneuver Space, and Protection to theManeuver Space, and Protection to the

Main BodyMain Body

Enabling Learning Objective PEnabling Learning Objective P


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Action: Identify the Fundamentals ofAction: Identify the Fundamentals ofSecurity and Four Types of SecuritySecurity and Four Types of Security

MissionsMissions



Security OperationsSecurity Operations


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Fundamentals (MOPPP):Fundamentals (MOPPP):Maintain Enemy ContactMaintain Enemy Contact

Orient on the Main BodyOrient on the Main Body

Perform Continuous ReconPerform Continuous Recon

Provide Early and Accurate WarningProvide Early and Accurate Warning

Provide Reaction Time and ManeuverProvide Reaction Time and Maneuver

SpaceSpace

Types of Security OperationsTypes of Security Operations


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ScreenScreenGuardGuard

CoverCover

Area SecurityArea Security

AreaArea

RouteRouteConvoyConvoy

Enabling Learning Objective QEnabling Learning Objective Q


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Action: Select the Purpose of aAction: Select the Purpose of aScreenScreen



Screen OperationsScreen Operations


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The Purpose of a Screen is to ProvideThe Purpose of a Screen is to ProvideEarly Warning to the Main BodyEarly Warning to the Main Body

Screen OperationsScreen Operations


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Maintain SurveillanceMaintain SurveillanceProvide Early WarningProvide Early Warning

Counter-ReconnaissanceCounter-Reconnaissance

Impede, Harass the Enemy WithImpede, Harass the Enemy With

Indirect and/or Direct FiresIndirect and/or Direct Fires

Provides the Least Amount ofProvides the Least Amount ofProtectionProtection

Enabling Learning Objective REnabling Learning Objective R


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Action: Identify the Tasks of aAction: Identify the Tasks of aScreening ForceScreening Force



Screen Critical TasksScreen Critical Tasks


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CRPCRP Destroy or RepelDestroy or Repel

FSEFSE Locate and Maintain ContactLocate and Maintain Contact

Determine Direction ofDetermine Direction of

MovementMovement

I

AGMBAGMB Maintain ContactMaintain Contact

I II

Enabling Learning Objective SEnabling Learning Objective S


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Action: Identify the Types of ScreenAction: Identify the Types of ScreenOperations and When They areOperations and When They are

ConductedConducted



ScreenScreen


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Stationary ScreenStationary Screen Moving ScreenMoving Screen

MAIN BODYMAIN BODY

S

S

Flank

S c

reen

Flank

Sc

reen

S

S

Flan

kS

creen

Flan

kScreen

S S

Rear ScreenRear Screen

S S

ScreenScreen

MAIN BODYMAIN BODY

S

S

Flank

S c

reen

Flank

S c

reen

S

S

Flan

kS

creen

Flan

kScreen

S S

Rear ScreenRear Screen

Screen in DepthScreen in Depth


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DismountedDismounted

OPsOPs

Tank andTank and

MorterMorter

SupportSupport

Mounted OPsMounted OPs

Aerial OPsAerial OPs

A B

PL TIGERPL TIGER

(BHL)(BHL)

PL LIONPL LION(LOA)(LOA)

PL BEARPL BEAR

(LD)(LD)

Enabling Learning Objective TEnabling Learning Objective T


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Action: Identify the Purpose of aAction: Identify the Purpose of aGuard MissionGuard Mission



Guard OperationsGuard Operations


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The Purpose of a Guard Operation isThe Purpose of a Guard Operation isto Protect the Main Body from Enemyto Protect the Main Body from Enemy

Ground Observation, Direct Fire, andGround Observation, Direct Fire, and

Surprise AttackSurprise Attack



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Accomplishes all tasks of a screenAccomplishes all tasks of a screenPrevents enemy ground observationPrevents enemy ground observation

of and direct fire against the mainof and direct fire against the main

bodybody

Operates within range of main bodyOperates within range of main body

artilleryartillery

Deployed on narrower frontDeployed on narrower front

Performed by a squadronPerformed by a squadron

Enabling Learning Objective UEnabling Learning Objective U


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Action: Select the Types of GuardAction: Select the Types of GuardMissions and Critical Tasks InvolvedMissions and Critical Tasks Involved

with Each Onewith Each One


Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-23, 4-26,Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-23, 4-26,

4-324-32



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Types of Guard Operations:Types of Guard Operations:Advance GuardAdvance Guard

Flank GuardFlank Guard

Rear GuardRear Guard

Advance GuardAdvance Guard


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Critical Tasks:Critical Tasks:Perform recon along main body axis ofPerform recon along main body axis of

advanceadvance

Maintain continuous surveillance of BNMaintain continuous surveillance of BNsized avenues of approachsized avenues of approach

Destroy/repel enemy reconDestroy/repel enemy recon

Defeat/repel/fix enemy ground forcesDefeat/repel/fix enemy ground forcesbefore they can engage the main bodybefore they can engage the main body

Flank GuardFlank Guard


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Critical TasksCritical TasksMaintain continuous surveillance of BNMaintain continuous surveillance of BN

sized avenues of approachsized avenues of approach

Destroy/repel enemy reconDestroy/repel enemy reconMaintain contact with the main bodyMaintain contact with the main body

Defeat/repel/fix enemy ground forcesDefeat/repel/fix enemy ground forces

before they can engage the main bodybefore they can engage the main body

Rear GuardRear Guard


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Critical TasksCritical TasksDetect and defeat enemy forcesDetect and defeat enemy forces

Conduct delay without contactConduct delay without contact

Upon contact bound to successive BPsUpon contact bound to successive BPs

Enabling Learning Objective VEnabling Learning Objective V


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Action: Select the Purpose andAction: Select the Purpose andFunctions of a Cover MissionFunctions of a Cover Mission



Cover MissionCover Mission


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The Purpose of a Covering Force is toThe Purpose of a Covering Force is toDevelop the Situation Early and DefeatDevelop the Situation Early and Defeat

the Enemy. If the Latter is notthe Enemy. If the Latter is not

Possible, the Covering ForcePossible, the Covering ForceDeceives, Delays, and DisorganizesDeceives, Delays, and Disorganizes

the Enemy until the Covered Forcethe Enemy until the Covered Force

can Effectively React.can Effectively React.



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Functions of a Covering Force:Functions of a Covering Force:Operate beyond range of main bodyOperate beyond range of main body

artillery, usually 50-60 kmartillery, usually 50-60 km

Develops situation earlier than a guardDevelops situation earlier than a guardforceforce

Accomplishes all functions of a screenAccomplishes all functions of a screen

and guardand guardRecons, screens, attacks, defends, andRecons, screens, attacks, defends, and

delays as necessarydelays as necessary



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8484Defensive CoverDefensive Cover Offensive CoverOffensive Cover

MAIN BODYMAIN BODY

xxx

xxxII II

MAIN BODYMAIN BODY

xxx

xxx

II II

Enabling Learning Objective WEnabling Learning Objective W


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Action: Select the Purpose and TypesAction: Select the Purpose and Typesof Area Security Missionsof Area Security Missions





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Purpose Is to Deny the Enemy thePurpose Is to Deny the Enemy theAbility to Influence Friendly Actions inAbility to Influence Friendly Actions in

a Specific Area or to Deny the Enemya Specific Area or to Deny the Enemy

Use of an Area for His Own PurposesUse of an Area for His Own Purposes



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Types of Area Security:Types of Area Security:Recon and security of designatedRecon and security of designated

personnel, airfields, facilities, commo.,personnel, airfields, facilities, commo.,

equipment, etc.equipment, etc.Route SecurityRoute Security

Convoy SecurityConvoy Security



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A CI

C

B

I

A

B

I

AAAA11

AA2AA2

AC

B

D/E

QRF

LZ/PZ

Enabling Learning Objective XEnabling Learning Objective X


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Action: List the Functions of RouteAction: List the Functions of RouteSecuritySecurity



Route SecurityRoute Security


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Purpose Is to Prevent Enemy GroundPurpose Is to Prevent Enemy GroundForces or Insurgents From ComingForces or Insurgents From Coming

Within Direct Fire Range of theWithin Direct Fire Range of the

Protected RouteProtected Route



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Functions:Functions:Conduct continuous reconConduct continuous recon

Conduct sweeps at irregular intervalsConduct sweeps at irregular intervals

Cordon sections of route for searchCordon sections of route for search

Establish roadblocks/checkpointsEstablish roadblocks/checkpoints

Occupy key locations/terrain along routeOccupy key locations/terrain along route

Aggressively conduct patrolsAggressively conduct patrols



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RTE GOLD

I

I

SS

SS

Escort Patrols

Enabling Learning Objective YEnabling Learning Objective Y


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Action: What is the Purpose and TaskAction: What is the Purpose and Taskof Convoy Securityof Convoy Security





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Purpose Is to Provide Security to aPurpose Is to Provide Security to aMoving Convoy When InsufficientMoving Convoy When Insufficient

Friendly Forces Are Available toFriendly Forces Are Available to

Continuously Secure Lines ofContinuously Secure Lines ofCommunication in an Area ofCommunication in an Area of

OperationsOperations



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Critical Tasks:Critical Tasks:Recon the route the convoy will travelRecon the route the convoy will travel

Clear the route of obstacles or positionsClear the route of obstacles or positions

from which the enemy could influencefrom which the enemy could influencemovement along the routemovement along the route

Provide early warning and prevent theProvide early warning and prevent the

enemy from impeding, harassing,enemy from impeding, harassing,containing, seizing, or destroying thecontaining, seizing, or destroying the

convoyconvoy


S S


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HQConvoy

S S

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S

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ConvoyConvoy

Convoy

Convoy

Enabling Learning Objective ZEnabling Learning Objective Z


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Action: Select the Definition andAction: Select the Definition andCharacteristics of Economy of ForceCharacteristics of Economy of Force

MissionsMissions

Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of NotesStandard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 5-4Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 5-4



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The Allocation of Minimum EssentialThe Allocation of Minimum EssentialCombat Power to Secondary EffortsCombat Power to Secondary Efforts

so That Forces May Be Concentratedso That Forces May Be Concentrated

in an Area Where a Decision Is Soughtin an Area Where a Decision Is Sought

Offensive Economy of ForceOffensive Economy of Force


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Movement to ContactMovement to ContactHasty AttackHasty Attack

RaidRaid

Deliberate AttackDeliberate Attack

Spoiling AttackSpoiling Attack

Search and AttackSearch and AttackExploitationExploitation

PursuitPursuit

Defensive Economy of ForceDefensive Economy of Force


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Defend in SectorDefend in SectorDefend a Battle PositionDefend a Battle Position

Economy of Force OperationsEconomy of Force Operations


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Characteristics:Characteristics:Independent actionIndependent action

Centralized controlCentralized control

Cover wide frontsCover wide frontsFirepower forwardFirepower forward

Establish and maintain contactEstablish and maintain contact

Maximum use of obstaclesMaximum use of obstacles

Destruction of the enemyDestruction of the enemy


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RetrogradeRetrogradeDelayDelay

WithdrawalWithdrawal

RetirementRetirement

Rear OperationsRear OperationsTactical CombatTactical Combat

ForceForce

Restore CommandRestore Commandand Controland Control

FacilitateFacilitate

MovementMovement

Area DamageArea Damage

ControlControl



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Deception OperationsDeception OperationsBattle HandoverBattle Handover

Passage of LinesPassage of Lines

Relief in PlaceRelief in Place

LinkupLinkup

Breakout from EncirclementBreakout from EncirclementObstacle Breaching OperationsObstacle Breaching Operations



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Nuclear, Biological, and ChemicalNuclear, Biological, and ChemicalDefenseDefense

Independent Troop OperationsIndependent Troop Operations

Contingency OperationsContingency Operations

SummarySummary


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Organizations and MissionsOrganizations and MissionsReconnaissanceReconnaissance

SecuritySecurity




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QuestionsQuestions

CONCLUSIONCONCLUSION


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