Section 115 Infantry Flashcards
A MARDIV contains approx how many personnel.
17000
The MARDIV must be able to provide what capability to an amphib task force? (ATF)
Ground amphib forcible entry
How does the division commander fight?
Using combined arms tactics, tailors the force to the demands of each mission
What is The primary mission of HQ battalion in a MARDIV ?
Exercise C/C and administration
What does the HQ MARDIV company consist of?
H&S Recon MPs Comm and truck company Division Band
What does MARDIV HQ company provide?
Command, admin, security, supply
What does MARDIV recon company provide?
Ground recon and surveillance in support of the division
What does MARDIV company MP provide?
Route recon Evac and control of EPW Breach and perimeter defense Area security Crowd control and investigation
What does MARDIV comm companies provide?
Installs, operates and maintains comm facilities
What is the mission of an infantry, regiment, battalion, company, platoon, squad?
To locate close with and destroy the enemy by fire and maneuver or to repel his assault by fire and close combat.
What does an infantry regiment consist of?
HQ and two or more infantry battalions
How many personnel does a regiment consist of?
3400
What does an infantry battalion consist of?
H&S, weapons and 3 rifle companies
When does a battalion Form a BLT?
When combined with support and CSS units
The weapons plt has how many mortars?
3, M224 60mm mortars
What does the squad automatic rifleman carry?
M249 SAW
The weapons PLT has how many machine guns?
6