BWS - Reconnaissance and Security Flashcards
Reconnaissance
Obtain information about the activities and resources of an enemy or adversary concerning meteorological, hydrographic or geographic characteristics
Recon operations are conducted in support of who?
Ground Maneuver Commander
During what phase of the mission is reconnaissance conducted?
Before, During and After
Negative contact at an NAI does not need to be passed on? (True/False)
False
What are the fundamentals of reconnaissance?
- Gain and maintain enemy contact
- Orient on the reconnaissance objective
- Report all information rapidly and accurately
- Retain the freedom of maneuver
- Develop the situation rapidly
- Do not keep recon assets in reserve
- Ensure continuous reconnaissance
What are the commanders 4 reconnaissance guidance elements?
- Focus
- Tempo of Reconnaissance
- Engagement / Disengagement
- Bypass / Displacement Criteria
What are the 4 types of tempo
- Rapid
- Forceful
- Stealthy
- Deliberate
What are the 3 conditions under displacement criteria that triggers planned withdrawal, passage of lines, or reconnaissance handover?
- Event driven
- Time driven
- Threat driven
What are the 4 forms of reconnaissance?
- Zone reconnaissance
- Area reconnaissance
- Route reconnaissance
- Reconnaissance in force
Which form of reconnaissance is the most time consuming?
Zone reconnaissance
What are the types of control measures a commander uses to define a zone recon?
By establishing control measures such as lateral boundaries, a line of departure, and limit of advance
What are the tactical considerations when conduction an LZ/PZ recon?
- Mission
- Security
- Location
What are the minimum planning requirements when conducting a route recon?
- SP, RP, Designation
- Start times and duration
- Size and composition friendly force utilizing the route
When is zone reconnaissance normally conducted?
- Enemy situation is vague
- Existing knowledge of the terrain is limited
- Combat operations have altered the terrain
Why would you do a Reconnaissance in force?
To test enemies
5 types of employment techniques for accomplish reconnaissance:
- Concealed (NOE / use sun/moon to mask)
- Overt (No attempt to hide)
- Lead Trail
- Orbits
- Figure 8
- Keyhole
