Section 102 Flashcards
Describe MAGTFs Logistic Combat Element (LCE)
Task organized to provide full range of combat logistics functions and capabilities needed to support continued readiness and sustainability of the MAGTF.
Formed around combat logistics HQ
Vary in size from a support detachment to one or more MLG’s
Describe the MEU.
Embarked aboard Navy Amphibious Ready Groups (ARG) to form ARG/MEU’s
ARG/MEU provides continuous forward Naval presence in key regions to conduct steady state security cooperation and military engagement and deterrence.
May be called upon for a wide range of military ops.
Who commands a MEU?
A Colonel
Describe a Special Purpose MAGTF
Organized when the existing MAGTF is inappropriate or unavailable.
Its a non-standing MAGTF specially formed to perform a specific mission.
Their designation is based off their mission, the region they are assigned to or the name of the exercise.
What and where are the 7 standing MEU’s
11, 13 and 15 - MARFORPAC- I MEF Cali/Arizona
22, 24, and 26 - MARFORCOM - II MEF - N. and S. Carolina
31 - MARFORPAC - III MEF - Okinawa, Japan
Describe MAGTF Aviation Combat Element (ACE).
Supports MAGTF mission by provide some or all of the six functions of Marine Aviation
Vary in size from an aviation detachment to one or more MAWs
Can operate effectively from ships, expeditionary airfields, or forward operating sites
Readily and routinely transition between sea bases and expeditionary airfields
Describe MAGTFs Ground Combat Element (GCE)
Organized to conduct ground operations in support of MAGTFs mission
Formed around an infantry organization reinforced w/ artillery, reconnaissance, armor and engineer forces.
Vary in size from Rifle platoon to one or more MARDIV’s
Describe MAGTF’s Combat Element (CE)
MAGTF Headquarters
Provides command and control capabilities necessary for effective planning, direction, and execution of all ops.
Describe the acronym MAGTF.
Principle organization for the conduct of all missions across the range of military operations.
MAGTF’s are task organized but all have the same structure.
All have 4 core elements
-CE - Combat Element
-GCE-Ground Combat Element
-ACE-Aviation Combat Element
-LCE-Logistics Combat Element
Where are the 4 MLG (Marine Logistic Group) located.
I MLG - Southern Cali and Arizona
II MLG - N. and S. Carolina
III MLG - Japan and Hawaii
IV MLG - New Orleans
Where are the 4 MAWs (Marine Air Wings) located?
I MAW - Japan and Hawaii
II MAW - N. and S. Carolina
III MAW - Southern Cali and Arizona
IV MAW - New Orleans
Where are the 4 MARDIVs (Marine Divisions) located?
I MARDIV - Southern Cali and Arizona
II MARDIV - N. and S. Carolina
III MARDIV - Japan and Hawaii
IV MARDIV - New Orleans
Where are the 3 MEFs located?
I MEF - Southern Cali and Arizona
II MEF - N. and S. Carolina
III MEF - Japan and Hawaii
State the mission and function of the Marine Corp.
“Marines are trained, organized, and equipped for offensive amphibious employment and as a force of readiness”
Official mission established 1947 National Security Act which was amended in 1952
State mission of your unit and relationship to the MAGTF
Dental battalion provides general support dental health care to the MEF
How long does a Maritime Prepositioning Ship Squadron sustain a MEB?
30 Days of Combat Operations
Describe the mission and purpose of the Maritime Prepositioning Force (MPF).
MPF concepts reflect brigade-sized unit deployment/MEF employment utilizing Military Sealift Command (MSC) chartered ships to preposition necessary supplies and equipment.
Equipment and supplies administratively embark in each MPSRON are based on needs location and allowances.
Equipment is maintained on the ship and combat ready immediately.
State the mission and function of Marine Corps System Command. (MARCORSYSCOM)
Commandant’s principal agent for equipping the operating forces to accomplish their war fighting mission.
State the mission and function of Marine Corps Combat Development Command. (MCCDC)
To develop marine corps war fighting concepts.
To enable Marine Corps to field combat-ready forces.
State the mission and function of Headquarters Marine Corps (HQMC)
Headquarters USMC consists of the Commandant of the Marine Corps and staffing agents that advise and assist the Commandant in discharging those responsibilities.
Describe the MEF (Marine Expeditionary Force)
MEF is the principle Marine Corps war fighting organization.
It is the largest and most powerful MAGTF
There are 3 standing MEFs commanded by LTGEN
Describe 4 elements of MEF
CE - MEF HQ Group (MHG)
GCE - Marine Division Reinforced
ACE - MAW
LCE - MLG
Four elements of MEB (Marine Expeditionary Brigade)
CE- Sourced from parent MEF, Deputy MEF commander.
GCE - Infantry Regiment
ACE - MAG capable of all six aviation functions
LCE - Combat Logistic Regiment
Describe the MEB. (Marine Expeditionary Brigade)
Task organized to respond to a full range of crisis from forcible entry to humanitarian assistance.
Command by a Brigadier General
3 MEBs -> one with each MEF
Deploys 15 amphibs, 30 day sustainment
Capable of rapid deployment and employment via amphibious ships, strategic airlift, marry w/ Maritime Prepositioned Force (MPF) assets, and any combination there of.
