CC 109 General Tactics Flashcards
Describe the key components of a standard battle load.
Pistol belt, magazine case, E-tool w/ carry case, canteen w/ cover and cup, first aid kit.
Describe a hasty/skirmishers position.
This shallow pit type of emplacement provides a temporary, open, prone firing position for the individual rifleman. With his entrenching tool, he scrapes and piles the soil in a low parapet between him and the enemy. Thus a shallow, body-length pit can be formed quickly in all but the hardest ground.
Describe an improved one man fighting position.
Wide enough to accommodate a man’s shoulders, A sump should be built below the firing step, at one end, to catch rainwater. The firing step should be deep enough to protect most of a man’s body while firing. A circular grenade sump, large enough to accept the largest known enemy grenade, is sloped downward at an angle of 30 degrees and is excavated under the fire step. The soil from the hole is used to build a parapet. The edge of the hole is used for an elbow rest while firing. Be sure to camouflage the soil used for your parapet to help avoid detection.
Describe an improved two man fighting position.
Essentially two one-man holes. By being in such close proximity, each man gains a feeling of more security, and it allows one man to rest while the other man is observing the area. One disadvantage is since it is longer than a one-man hole, it provides less protection from tanks, bombing, strafing, and shelling
Define camouflage.
Camouflaging is nothing more than hiding or concealing your position or equipment by blending it in with the natural or local surroundings to avoid detection by the enemy.
Define cover.
Cover is protection from the fire of hostile weapons.
Define concealment.
Concealment is protection from hostile ground or air observation, but not from hostile fire.
What action should be taken if you are caught in the light of a ground flare?
When you are caught in the light of a ground flare, move out of the area of light as quickly and quietly as possible. Keep moving until you are well away from the area; then reorient yourself and continue on.
What action should be taken if you are caught in the light of an overhead flare?
When you are caught in the open by an overhead flare, you should immediately hit the deck .Since the burst of light is temporarily blinding to the enemy also; there is a chance that you may not have been seen. If you hear the flare being fired, try to get down before it bursts. Resume movement as soon as the flare burns out.
What does the acronym KOCOA stand for?
Key terrain, Observation and fields of fire, Concealment and cover, Obstacles to movement, Avenues of Approach
Define True North.
This is a line from any position on the surface of the earth to the North Pole.
How is True North symbolized on a map?
True north is usually symbolized by a star.
Define Magnetic North.
The direction to the magnetic North Pole is indicated by the north-seeking needle of a magnetic instrument.
How is Magnetic North symbolized on a map?
Magnetic north is usually symbolized by a half arrowhead.
Define Grid North
This is the north established by the vertical grid lines on the map.
How is Grid North symbolized on a map?
Grid north may be symbolized by the letters GN.
What is the G-M Angle?
Grid – Magnetic Angle is the difference between a map’s Grid North and Magnetic North
Describe how to orient a map.
Place the map on a flat surface and draw the magnetic north line. Open the compass and place it over the magnetic north line so the sight points toward the top of the map and is directly over the magnetic north line that you have drawn. Turn the map, taking care not to move the compass from its position over the north line until the north arrow of the compass is aligned under the index line of the compass. The map is now oriented.
How many degrees are then in each click of the lensatic compass’ bezel ring
3
Describe how to obtain a back azimuth?
The BACK AZIMUTH of a line is its forward azimuth plus 180°; or if this sum is greater than 360° the back azimuth is the forward azimuth minus 180°
State the five basic colors used and how they are applied to a military map
Black – Cultural of man made features
Blue – Water features
Green – Vegetation, such as woods, orchards, or vineyards
Brown – All relief features such as contours
Red – Main roads, built up areas, and special features
Describe the Military Grid System.
Military grids consist of two sets of equally spaced parallel, straight lines intersecting at right angles and forming a series of squares.
How accurate is a 4 digit grid coordinate?
1000m
How accurate is a 6 digit grid coordinate?
100 meters
How accurate is an 8 digit grid coordinate?
10meters
When is “Intersection” used?
Intersection is used to locate an unknown point by using two (or more) known positions and sighting on the unknown point.
When is “Resection” used?
Resection is used to locate the unknown position of the user by sighting on two (or more) known features.
State the 12 steps of planning a patrol.
- Study the mission.
- Plan use of time.
- Study terrain and situation.
- Organize the patrol.
- Select men, weapons, and equipment.
- Issue the warning order.
- Coordinate (continuous throughout the patrol).
- Make reconnaissance.
- Complete detailed plans.
- Issue patrol order.
- Supervise (at all times), inspect, rehearse, and re-inspect.
- Execute the mission.
What does the acronym BAMCIS stand for?
Begin planning
Arrange reconnaissance and coordination
Make the reconnaissance
Complete the plan
Issue the patrol order
Supervise preparations
What does the acronym SMEAC stand for?
Situation
Mission
Execution
Admin and Logistics
Command and Signal
Define and discuss a SALUTE report and a Spot Report
Size, Activity, Location, Unit, Time, Equipment. A SALUTE report is used when the observed activities of the enemy do not pose a threat to the company. This gives the platoon commander and the company CP time to evaluate the situation and to send the COC a formal SALUTE report. A Spot report is a hastily modified SALUTE report that gives less detail information.
Describe the purpose of a security patrol.
In security patrolling, both reconnaissance (recon) and combat patrols are used. The typical Seabee defense is a static defense; therefore, the recon patrol is mainly used to detect enemy movement toward your position. The combat patrol is used to destroy enemy recon patrols and to delay and confuse an enemy attack.
Describe the purpose of a reconnaissance patrol.
Reconnaissance patrols are sent out to gain information about the enemy or the terrain. These patrols engage in combat only when it becomes necessary to accomplish their mission or to protect themselves. In general, they should avoid combat and accomplish their mission by stealth.
What does the acronym SAFE stand for as it applies to establishing a defense?
Security, Automatic weapons, Fields of fire, Entrenchment
What are the three echelons of a defense?
Security Area, Forward Defense Area, and the Reserve Area.
What are the three methods to locate a target for indirect fire support?
Grid coordinates, Shift, and Polar Coordinates.
What does the acronym ADDRAC stand for as it applies to fire commands for direct weapons?
Alert, Direction, Description, Range, Assignment, Control
Define “Sector of Fire”
A sector of fire is an area of responsibility assigned to a squad, a platoon, or a crew-sewed weapon to be covered by fire
What is used aid to show the line of sight along each side of the sector of fire during limited visibility?
Limiting Stakes (Lateral Limiting Stakes)
With respect to a fire plan define Forward Limit
The forward limit is established at the range at which the weapon will open fire.
What are the 3 different firing positions?
Primary, Alternate, Supplementary
What does the acronym PDF stand for?
Principle Direction of Fire.
What does the acronym FPL stand for?
Final Protective Line.
What are the 3 characteristics of an effective FPL?
Flanking fire, Interlocking fire, Grazing fire
Can a machine gun be assigned an FPL as well as a PDF?
No
How do you process an Enemy Prisoner of War (EPW)?
Secure (not included in the reference), Search, Segregate, Silence, Speed to the rear, Safeguard, Tag (the reference includes this as part of the Search)
FPCON Normal
Applies when a general global threat of possible terrorist activity exists and warrants a routine security posture
FPCON Alpha
Applies when there is an increased general threat of possible terrorist activity against personnel or facilities, the nature and extent of which are unpredictable. Measures must be capable of being maintained indefinitely.
FPCON Bravo
Applies when an increased or more predictable threat of terrorist activity exists. Sustaining measures for a prolonged period may affect operational capability and relations with local authorities.
. FPCON Charlie
Applies when an incident occurs or intelligence is received indicating some form of terrorist action or targeting against personnel or facilities is likely. Prolonged implementation of measures may create hardship and affect the activities of the unit and its personnel.
FPCON Delta
Applies in the immediate area where a terrorist attack has occurred or when intelligence is received that terrorist action against a specific location or person is imminent. Normally, this FPCON is declared as a localized condition. Measures are not intended to be sustained for substantial periods.
What is the purpose of the Standing Rules of Engagement?
Provide guidance governing the use of force for mission accomplishment.
What are the 3 classes of wire entanglement?
Tactical wire, Protective wire, Supplementary wire
What is the purpose of tactical wire?
To breakup enemy attack formations and to hold the enemy in areas covered by the most intense defensive fire.
Where should you place tactical wire?
Parallel to and along the friendly side of the Final Protective Line (FPL).
Where should you place tactical wire?
Parallel to and along the friendly side of the Final Protective Line (FPL).
What is the purpose of protective wire?
To prevent surprise assaults from points close to the defense area.
Where should you place protective wire?
Close enough to the defense area for day-and-night observation. They are also far enough away to prevent the enemy from using hand grenades effectively, normally 40m to 100m.
What is the purpose of supplementary wire?
To conceal the exact line of the tactical wire
What is the purpose of a double apron fence?
An obstacle.
What is the purpose of triple strand concertina wire?
A better obstacle than a double apron fence.
What is the purpose of low wire entanglement?
The low-wire entanglement is used where concealment is essential. In tall grass or shallow water, this entanglement is almost invisible and is particularly effective as a surprise obstacle.
What is the purpose of tangle-foot?
Use tangle-foot where concealment is essential and to prevent the enemy from crawling between fences and in front of emplacements.
When isolated in an enemy area what are your 3 major concerns?
Evasion, Survival, Escape
When isolated in an enemy area what are your 3 major concerns?
Evasion, Survival, Escape
What does the acronym SURVIVAL stand for?
Size up the situation
Undue haste makes waste
Remember where you are
Vanquish fear and panic
Improvise
Value living
Act like the natives
Learn basic skills
What are the 4 basic fire team combat formation?
Column, Wedge, Skirmishers (Right and Left), Echelon (Right and Left)
Column
Used when speed and control are governing factors. This formation is favorable for fire and maneuvers to either flank but is vulnerable to fire from the front because its own fire in that direction is limited.
Wedge
Used when the enemy situation is unknown but contact is possible. This formation provides all-around protection and flexibility and is easy to control
Skirmishers (Right or Left)
Used most effectively when you are assaulting a known enemy position. It is also useful for “mopping up” operations (searching for enemy stragglers) and crossing short, open areas. This formation provides maximum firepower to the front. However, the formation is difficult to control.
Echelon (Right of Left)
Used primarily to protect an exposed flank. This formation permits heavy firepower to both the front and the direction of echelon. This formation is difficult to control; therefore, movement is generally slow.
In reference to a helicopter landing zone, what is the rule of thumb for determining the distance required between the landing point and a high obstruction?
The distance a landing point is located from a high obstruction is ten times the height of the obstruction (10:1).
In reference to a helicopter landing zone, what is the acceptable height for ground obstacles?
Obstacles on the ground, such as stumps or rocks, should not exceed 1 foot in height on level ground and should be less on sloping ground.
A helicopter cannot land safely in locations where the ground slopes more than ___ degrees.
14 Degrees
Who should identify the color of the smoke when a smoke grenade is used to mark the position of a helicopter landing zone?
The pilot acknowledges the color after the smoke grenade is set off.
What are the 9 lines of a 9 Line Medevac request?
- Location of pickup site
- Radio frequency / Call sign
- Number of patients by precedence (Urgent, Urgent Surgical, Priority, Routine, Convenience)
- Special equipment needed
- Number of patients by type (Litter, Ambulatory)
- Security at pickup site
- Method of marking pickup site
- Number of patients by nationality
- NBC contamination
Why are combat arm and hand signals used?
Signals are used to transmit commands or information when voice communication is difficult or impossible or when silence must be maintained.
What is the purpose of a trip flare?
A trip flare is used primarily to illuminate and to give warning of attacking or infiltrating enemy troops. Normally, it is placed in the path of, and activated by, an advancing enemy.
