Platoon Offensive Operations (Ambush)

Question 1

What is an Ambush?

Answer 1

A form of attack by fire or other destructive means from concealed positions on a moving or temporarily halted enemy. May take the form of an assault to close with and destroy the enemy, or be an attack by fire only. Does not require the seizing or holding of ground. Destruction of the enemy is the primary purpose.

Question 2

What are the two categories of ambushes?

Answer 2

Hasty & Deliberate

Question 3

What are the three types of ambushes?

Answer 3

Point
Area
Anti-Armor

Question 4

What are the three ambush formation types?

Answer 4

Linear
L-Shaped
V-Shaped

Question 5

What are some of the planning considerations for an ambush?

Answer 5

Identify the Objective
Plan Route and Objective Rally Points
Plan fires or CAS

Question 6

What is planned during the leader’s recon?

Answer 6

Kill Zone
Location of Surveillance and Security Teams
Location of Support and Assault Elements
Limit of Advance (LOA)
Release Point (RP)
Collection Points for EPWs, Casualties, and Demolition