EXPEDITIONARY TACTICS FUNDAMENTALS Flashcards
Which dug in emplacement is used as a temporary, open, prone firing position for the individual rifleman?
Hasty/skirmisher’s
Which dug in emplacement is used to present the smallest target to the enemy?
Improved one-man
Which dug in emplacement provides less protection from tanks, bombing, strafing, and shelling?
Improved two-man
Name the three dug in emplacement fighting positions?
Hasty/skirmishers, improved one-man, improved two-man
What is the primary goal of camouflage and concealment?
To avoid enemy detection
What is cover?
Protection
What is concealment?
Camouflage
Objects are camouflaged by a color scheme that:
Alters form, shadow, texture, and color
What does BAMCIS stand for?
B – begin planning
A – arrange recon
M – make recon
C – complete the plan
I – issue the order
S – supervise
What does the term SMEAC for a 5 paragraph order stand for?
S – situation
M – mission
E – execution
A – admin & logistics
C – command & signal
Explain the process of orienting a map using a compass
a. When a compass rose appears on the map place the compass over the magnetic north line
b. Turn the map until the north arrow of the compass is aligned
c. For maps with no compass rose, use the N/S grid line
How do you read the coordinates in a map?
Read the coordinates right and up
What does the term resection mean?
It is the method of locating one’s position on a map by determining the grid azimuth to at least two well defined locations that can be pinpointed on the map
What does the term intersection mean?
Finding the location of an unknown point by sighting two or more known points
What does the term SALUTE stand for?
S – size
A – activity
L – location
U – unit
T – time
E – equipment
When is the term SALUTE used?
When observed activities of the enemy do not pose a threat
Which report is used as a follow up to the SALUTE report after engagement has ended?
SPOT report
What is a security patrol?
Assigned missions that may or may not require engagement of the enemy
What is the purpose of a security patrol?
Detect infiltration by the enemy, destroy infiltrators, and protect against surprise and ambush
What is the primary mission reconnaissance patrol?
One of the most reliable means for obtaining information (information gathering)
What are the four types of fire team formations?
Column, wedge, skirmishers (right and left), echelon (right and left)
What is Challenge & Reply and its two uses?
Two words used to determine friend or foe or used in a duress situation
What is the correct method of crossing a wall?
Speed of movement and low silhouette
What is a general rule in regards to use of doorways?
Doorways should not be used as entrances or exits because they are normally covered by enemy fire
