Section 121 Amphibious Reconnaissance Battalion Flashcards
what is the primary mission of the recon battalion
to conduct ground recon and observation in support of the marine division and its elements
where does force recon perform its mission
father behind enemy lines
where does battalion recon perform its mission
closer to friendly lines (employed by the division)
What 10 task are performed by the recon battalion
pre-H-hour recon engage enemy implant sensors capture prisoners specialized terrain recon recon missions intial terminal guidance special missions pre-h-hour recon
how is the recon battalion organized
organic to division, HQ, service company, 4 recon companies
each recon company is organized how
HQ section and 3 platoon (surface swimmers, boat handlers, underwater swimmers and parachutists)
what is the sole objective of reconnaissance training
successful execution of the reconnaissance combat mission
reconnaissance training progresses though what 4 plashes
basic/advanced (individual)
basic/advanced (unit)
what topics are taught during phase-1 training
prep parachute, demolitions, weapons, reporting route of communication, communications training, SERE, intel, pre-scuba
what topic are taught during phase-2 training
physical training, parachute, swimmer equip, SCUBA, surf/open water, submarine, inflatable boat, recon, patrolling, initial terminal guidance
what is the purpose of phase-3 training
to weld individual into effective operating teams
what exercises are supports during phase-4 training
those planned by other units or solely by the recon unit
training should often occur off base and when
at least half should occur at night
