Patrolling 1 Flashcards
What are the principles of tactical movement?
MOVE SECURE
What does maintaining all around security entail?
It involves ensuring that all sides are monitored for threats.
What is meant by observing unit cohesion?
It refers to maintaining team, squad, and platoon integrity.
Why is visual contact and communication important?
It ensures that all members are aware of each other’s positions and intentions.
What is the significance of enforcing proper speed?
It helps maintain momentum during movement.
How should movement be screened?
Movement should be screened with covered and concealed routes.
What does enforcing noise and light discipline mean?
It involves minimizing sounds and light that could reveal the unit’s position.
What is the guideline for contact with the enemy?
Contact should be made with the smallest element forward.
What factors influence movement formation and technique?
They should be based on METT-TC (Mission, Enemy, Terrain, Troops, Time, and Civilians).
What should be considered in route selection?
Routes should avoid suspected enemy concentrations.
What is the importance of proper dispersion?
It prevents units from bunching up, reducing vulnerability.
What are movement formations?
They include elements and individuals arranged in relation to each other.
How many formations do fire teams, squads, and platoons use?
They use seven formations.
What is the purpose of formations?
Formations aid in leader control.
