patrols

Question 1

a patrol is sent out by a larger unit to conduct

Answer 1

a specific combat, reconnaissance, or security mission.

Question 2

the three types of combat patrols are….

Answer 2

1. raid patrols
2. ambush patrols,
3. security patrols

Question 3

what team/element would the forward observer, RTO and any attachments be assigned to?

Answer 3

Headquarters element

Question 4

where would the platoon sergeant normally be located when conducting a zone reconnaissance?

Answer 4

with the reconnaissance element

Question 5

what are the five most common types of rally points?

Answer 5

the most common types of rally points are

1. initial
2. en route
3. objective
4. re entry,
5. near and far side rally points

Question 6

when does the leader’s reconnaissance patrol reconnoiter the objective?

Answer 6

just before an attack or prior to sending elements forward to locations where they will support by fire.

Question 7

what are the five points of a reconnaissance patrol contingency plan?

Answer 7

Going- where is the leader going?
Others- what others are going with him?
Time- how long will the leader be gone?
What- what do we do if the leader fails to return?
Actions- what actions do the departing recon element and main body plan to take on contact?

Question 8

A _________ is type of combat patrol is a surprise against a position or installation for a specific purpose other than seizing and holding the terrain

Answer 8

Raid

Question 9

what element suppresses the enemy on the objective using direct and indirect fires?

Answer 9

support element

Question 10

A ______patrol collects information to confirm or disprove the accuracy of information previously gained. the intent for this type of patrol is to move stealthily, avoid enemy contact, and accomplish its tactical task without being engaged

Answer 10

reconnaissance patrol