(b) Once in position, the reconnaissance element observes and Leadership Lab began on 231610JAN2013 in Forker Gym, with first formation and attendance. He selects tentative points if he can only conduct a map reconnaissance. The chain of command continues to lead its elements during a patrol. From here, the tracking team can locate and follow the enemys trail. Normally the platoon headquarters element controls the platoon on a combat patrol mission. b. The challenge can be any number less than the specified number. Squads do not execute raids. intelligence reporting become key. The actual organization is based upon METT-T. One method of organizing the platoon is to have separate reconnaissance and security squads. as an infiltration lane), or a general direction of attack. An ambush is a surprise attack from a concealed position on a moving or temporarily halted target. physically/ mentally fit technically/ tactically proficient strategically/ operationally adaptive ethos the disposition, character, or fundamental values peculiar to a specific person, people, culture, or movement. element should be in a position to observe the objective and, if possible, The leader should consider the use of special signals. breaks contact and returns to friendly lines with the information it has the reconnaissance. The reconnaissance platoon must remain It is normally located in the direction that the platoon plans to move after completing its actions on the objective. Coordination for rehearsals includes security of the area, use of blanks, pyrotechnics, and live ammunition. Three to five battalions, approximately 1,500 to 4,000 soldiers, comprise a brigade. A raid is a combat operation to attack a position or installation followed by a planned withdrawal. NOTE: Squads have the same requirements with their squad patrol base as platoons. with either method. 3-6. the terrain and vegetation (anywhere from 200 to 400 meters). Using this technique, the leader positions surveillance teams in locations where they can collectively observe the entire zone for long-term, continuous information gathering (Figure 3-7). If the platoon makes contact while crossing the danger area and control is lost, soldiers on either side move to the rally point nearest them. The patrol moves no closer to It can be adjusted in size to support anywhere from one to ten brigade combat teams (BCTs). Additionally, the assault element of the platoon may have to conduct a breach of an obstacle. Terrain that can be defended for a short period and that offers good cover and concealment. (1) Collect and secure all EPWs and move them out of the kill zone before searching bodies. This information will assist planners as a supplement to map The SNIPER tab, however, never received Department of the Army authorization for service-wide for wear. the terrain or enemy activity within a prescribed area, such as a bridge or NOTE: If the enemy detects a soldier, the soldier initiates the ambush by firing his weapon and alerting the rest of the platoon, saying ENEMY RIGHT (LEFT or FRONT). The platoon leader leaves a two-man OP at the turn. j. He brings a soldier from each squad on his reconnaissance of the ORP and positions them at the 10, 2, and 6 oclock positions. (2) Locate observation or surveillance positions, routes, and security positions the squads will use. Soldiers in grades E-4 and above in Infantry and Field Artillery units, as well as units that work closely with Infantry and Field Artillery, are eligible to attend, as are service members from. c. Security elements must consider dismounted avenues of approach into the ambush site. A leader's reconnaissance of an objective may include the designated recorders. The only difference between anti-tank and point ambush is that in anti-tank the objective is to destroy the tanks at all costs. Its mission is to prepare, force generate and deliver ISR capability in order to deliver success on operations. Smoke may not be visible to the support element. This means the objective is to disable the enemy's combat capabilities. He must report to higher headquarters any units that pass his ambush unengaged. g. Pace Man. communications with higher headquarters using a directional antenna. When 2d Squad confirms the enemy units direction, speed, and estimated distance, 2d Squad gives this information to the ORP. These signs can be as subtle as an odor, or as obvious as a well-worn path. They can also help the platoon to disengage if the ambush is compromised or the platoon must depart the ambush site under pressure. Platoon leader also disseminates other information such as daily challenge and password, frequencies, call signs. A long-range reconnaissance patrol, or LRRP (pronounced lurp), is a small, well-armed reconnaissance team that patrols deep in enemy-held territory. b. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. reconnaissance. The platoon leader should consider the same sequence in planning the occupation of an ORP. elements. Unit is in a straight line parallel with the avenue of approach and kill zone. Squad leaders prepare and turn in sector sketches to include range cards. The flank security teams may also place out antiarmor mines after the ambush has been initiated if the enemy is known to have armor capability. It may consist of any attachments that the platoon leader decides that he or the platoon sergeant must control directly. f. After the platoon leader has checked each squads sector, the squad leader and another squad member report to the CP as an R&S team. c. If the objective is the kill zone for an ambush, the leaders reconnaissance party should not cross the objective, to do so will leave tracks that may compromise the mission. Lead team leader, lead team rifleman, lead team automatic rifleman . (c) Walk through and designate using arm-and-hand signals. Effective command and control is important when conducting reconnaissance platoon leader wants to increase the security of the platoon, he can move All other soldiers remain in place to provide security. Personnel status at the conclusion of the patrol mission, including the disposition of casualties. organizes the platoon based on METT-T. c. Employ Security Measures. Movement in the objective area is reduced. It should not be used where the short leg would have to cross a straight road or trail. Leader's Reconnaissance. The most clandestine of the special-operations units, Delta Force, aka The Unit, specializes in high-risk air, land, and sea missions. e. Soldiers move quickly to covered and concealed positions, normally 5 to 10 meters apart. If the reconnaissance (2) L-shaped. Once the body has been thoroughly searched, the search team will continue in this manner until all enemy personnel in and near the kill zone have been searched. Using security elements or teams to isolate the kill zone. All lateral movement should be outside of small-arms weapons range. He began his military career on the active duty side as commissioned officer deploying as an Infantry Platoon leader in Iraq in 2005-2007 as well as a Company Commander in 2010-2011. a. Why Do Cross Country Runners Have Skinny Legs? The basic task of a patrol is to follow a known route with the purpose of investigating some feature of interest or, in the assignment of a fighting patrol (US combat patrol), to find and engage the enemy. prevent the force from becoming surprised. They then engage to prevent enemy forces from escaping or reinforcing. This section provides the planning considerations common to most patrols, the required tasks that guide the platoon and squad leader in organizing patrols, the initial planning and coordination requirements, and the coordination requirements for the departure and reentry of friendly lines. The process a leader goes through to prepare a unit to accomplish a tactical mission. maintain 100 percent security and wait awhile in total silence before sending out the R&S He confirms them by actual inspection as the platoon moves through them. A BSB is an organic part of a brigade combat team (BCT), providing self-sustainment to the BCT for up to 72 hours of high-intensity combat before requiring replenishment. trafficability is desired. When a fire team conducts a reconnaissance patrol it operates as a single R&S team. f. Special equipment to be used during the reconnaissance. All soldiers accomplish the following daily: shave; brush teeth; wash face, hands, armpits, groin, and feet; and darken (polish) boots. All other weapons open fire once the ambush has begun. reconnaissance is extremely risky. Noise and light discipline are maintained at all times. When using The platoon leader states the alert posture (for example, 50 percent or 33 percent) and the stand-to time for day and night. remember that the closer it moves to an objective, the greater the risk Who does the squad leader issue the 5 point contingency plan to when moving out on a . b. terrain, and enemy forces within a zone defined by boundaries A rally point is a place designated by the leader where the platoon moves to reassemble and reorganize if it becomes dispersed. NOTE 2: If the platoon leader feels that the platoon may have been tracked, he may elect to Because patrols act independently, move beyond the direct-fire support of the parent unit, and operate forward of friendly units, coordination must be thorough and detailed. The patrol base must be sterilized upon departure. Trail and Sign Analysis. is complete, the reconnaissance and security elements move back to the ORP f. Mess Plan. Redistribute ammunition. Integrate obstacles. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. In assigning tasks, the leader must also consider the size and number of reconnaissance objectives, the requirement to secure the ORP and other points, and the time allowed for conducting the mission. 2d Squad marks where they cut the trail (Point A) and begins tracking. When in the AA (assembly area), how does the unit travel? RECON MISSION: The mission of Force RECON is to conduct amphibious reconnaissance, deep ground reconnaissance, surveillance, battle-space shaping and limited scale raids in support of the Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF), other Marine air-ground task forces or a joint force. (Squads occupying patrol base on their own do not send out R&S teams at night.). 5. A brigade support battalion (BSB) is a combat service support battalion of the United States Army. He may use a command detonated Claymore. The platoons ability to continue the mission will depend on how early contact is made, whether the platoon is able to break contact successfully (so that its subsequent direction of movement is undetected), and whether the platoon receives any casualties as a result of the contact. NOTE 1: The distance the R&S team moves away from the squads sector will vary depending on b. Selection of Rally Points. Soldiers must know which rally point to move to at each phase of the patrol mission. This analysis determines whether the platoon uses single or obtained to the soldiers. #ga-ad {display: none;} The surveillance team keeps watch on the objective from the time that the leaders reconnaissance ends until the unit deploys for actions on the objective. A deliberate ambush is conducted against a specific target at a predetermined location. The platoon sergeant follows directly behind the guide so that he can count each soldier that passes through the passage point. The actions taken if the leader dots not return. One buddy team provides security for the squad leader, the pace man, and RATELO. Who is left behind to pull security at the ambush site? Scout platoons perform three types of reconnaissance: route, zone, and area. Emplace Claymores, mines, or other explosives in dead space within the kill zone. Other actions in the kill zone include the following. platoon are on 100 percent alert during this time. covered and concealed route. 111 S George Mason Blvd. He must be prepared to let units pass that are too large. Take weapons off SAFE. Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. Specific intelligence about enemy habits, equipment, garment, footwear, diet, or tactics is important. It uses a prearranged signal to let the platoon leader know it is breaking contact. A leader's reconnaissance is conducted Reconnaissance teams reconnoiter the objective area once the security teams are in position. The platoon leader radios the code word advising the friendly unit of its location and that it is ready to return. He is normally the assault element leader. 8 What does the SBCT infantry battalion reconnaissance platoon do? A patrol base is established using the following steps. a. To hide during a long, detailed reconnaissance of an objective area. He must also plan a backup method for initiating the ambush should the primary means fail. The sequence of platoon actions for a raid is similar to those for an ambush. (2) Cutting trail. This requires more precise navigation, but eliminates separating the squad. }. To ensure everyone Soldiers looks for signs left by the enemy. Senses consist of sight, Scout platoons perform three types of reconnaissance: route, zone, and area. Security measures involve the following. (For detailed information on classifying routes Muzzle flashes, lights, fires, or reflections. d. Maintenance Plan. This may include all members of the platoon or the leaders, RATELOs, and any attached personnel. required information by reconnoitering the location or area or by The platoon leader must coordinate with the commander of the forward unit and the leaders of other units that will be patrolling in the same or adjacent areas. The three types of reconnaissance patrols are area, zone, and route. f. Soldiers must have a means of engaging the enemy in the kill zone during periods of limited visibility if it becomes necessary to initiate the ambush then. To have a base from which to conduct several consecutive or concurrent operations such as ambush, raid, reconnaissance, or security. The reconnaissance element must b. By clicking Accept All, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Emplace limiting stakes to prevent friendly fires from hitting the assault element in an L-shaped ambush. They do this by boxing the area around the last clear sign (Figure 3-19). As in an area Only one point of entry and exit is used. The leader first selects a series of ORPs throughout the zone. terrain. The OP notifies the friendly unit that the platoon is ready to return and requests a guide. The wider the V the better, because the V formation has an elevated chance of friendly fire. It can be by chance or the team can deliberately choose a route that cuts across one or more probable enemy routes. They note if the enemy has a fresh or shabby haircut and the condition of his uniform and boots. Assaulting into the kill zone to search dead and wounded, assemble prisoners, and collect equipment. Zone reconnaissance techniques include the use of moving elements, stationary teams, or a series of area reconnaissance actions. In other words, destroy and kill everything. The support element must overwatch the movement of the assault element into position. In an L-shaped ambush, the assault element forms the long leg parallel to the enemys direction of movement along the kill zone. This prevents the enemy from joining a group in an attempt to penetrate a friendly unit. or sneezing should be in the security element. If unable to observe the reconnaissance Depending on the time available, Figure 4-2. A combat patrol is assigned the mission to destroy enemy troops, equipment, or installations; capture enemy documents, equipment, or installations; and as a secondary responsibility, gather information. The platoon leader is the leader of the assault element. You should set a _________ before the ambush site. understands the plan, the platoon leader conducts rehearsals and briefbacks. These secondary sites are located along the enemys most likely approach to and escape from the principal ambush site. a surprise attack from a concealed area upon an enemy target. Alcohol is: (4) The observation and fields of fire along the route and adjacent f. Location of Leaders. Leader's Recon - Ep 36 - Future Strategic Leader Course With Maj. Gen. Rogers. The platoon leader uses the estimate process to develop the reconnaissance Or, he may assign reconnaissance and security (R&S) tasks to each squad or team. b. On a zone reconnaissance, he normally moves with the reconnaissance element that sets up the link-up point. Join us for an intellectual discussion with the TAG (adjutant general) of the Michigan Army National Guard (MIARNG). The Army has conducted reconnaissance and surveillance tasks since its inception. d. The platoon leader should confirm the suitability of the assault and support positions and routes from them back to the ORP. Figure 4-3. The platoon leader will take different elements with him. We go in depth on the Future Strategic Leadership Program from MIARNG, professional development, NATO alliances and strategic perspectives! Patrols are missions to gather information or to conduct combat Welcome to the official Facebook Page of the Leader's Recon Podcast! Once deployed into an area of operation, training continues so the platoon can learn about local soil, climate, vegetation, animals, vehicles, footwear, and other factors. Marine Recon is arguably in the top five of all special operators capable of harassing an entire enemy battalion for long periods of time; tracking enemy units for larger American forces; or conducting well-orchestrated raids on high-valued targets. Best use of terrain for routes, rally points, and patrol bases. He must move straight toward (and away from) friendly lines, never parallel to them. j. This provides both flanking (long leg) and enfilading fires (short leg) against the enemy. route. (1) The plan must address the handling of seriously wounded soldiers and KIAs. a. Immediately following, ltc smith presented sfc patty alley with an army achievement medal for her support of cyclone bn. NOTE: Weapons are not disassembled at night. long-range and short-range observation and surveillance when executing (2) The plan must address the handling of prisoners who are captured as a result of chance contact and are not part of the planned mission. Alert Plan. Size and composition of the platoon conducting the patrol. It can be a stake driven into the ground, several stacked rocks, or a twist of grass tied up and bent at an angle. All Soldiers will brush their teeth, wash their face, shave, wash their hands, armpits,. This is the preferred method. EXTREMELY high chance of friendly fire. Instructions to the compass man must include an initial azimuth with subsequent azimuths provided as necessary. b. A team from Squad 1 and SL from Squad 1 (at the rally point). Detailed description of terrain and enemy positions that were identified. RSLC is open to all military occupational specialties and is not limited to those serving in reconnaissance or surveillance units. The execution of this The platoon sergeant is normally with the following elements for each type of patrol: On a raid or ambush, he normally controls the support element. EPW teams are responsible for controlling enemy prisoners IAW the five Ss and the leaders guidance. during an area reconnaissance. ability to move and observe without being detected, is critical to effective These rally points are on the near and far side of danger areas. The leader estimates time requirements for movement to the objective, leaders reconnaissance of the objective, establishment of security and surveillance, compaction of all assigned tasks on the objective, movement to an objective rally point to debrief the platoon, and return to and through friendly lines. When the leader designates a new en route rally point, the previously designated one goes into effect. The assault element seizes and secures the objective and protects special teams as they complete their assigned actions on the objective. Prepare it for transport. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. The demolition team prepares dual-primed explosives (C4 with two M60 fuse lighters and time fuse) and awaits the signal to initiate. 4). He may separate the tasks so that one or more squads conduct the reconnaissance while other squads or fire teams provide security at various locations. . NATO forces use the patrol report form specified by STANAG 2003. g. The platoon leader issues the three R&S teams a contingency plan and remind them that they are looking for the enemy, water, built-up areas or human habitat, roads and trails, and any possible rally points. Using only one squad to conduct the entire ambush and rotating squads over time from the ORP. The actual organization is based upon METT-T. One method of Those with Marine Sniper quals can also provide accurate demoralizing small arms fire from a distance. The leader should attempt to place his elements so that an obstacle is between them and the kill zone. Immediately following, LTC Smith presented SFC Patty Alley with an Army Achievement Medal for her support of Cyclone BN. Soldiers ensure that they have good observation and fields of fire into the kill zone. Normally engineers are attached to the infantry unit for a complete route reconnaissance. the patrol to the local sounds in the area. b. Squad-sized elements are normally responsible for each ambush site. d. The leader should submit the patrol report in an overlay format LAW FM 5-34 or GTA 5-2-5 ( Figure 3-10). The platoon leader directs 2d Squad on a route that will cut the enemys trail. The first squad in the order of march establishes the base leg (10 to 2 oclock). Why do you leave someone behind at ORP during an Ambush. United States Army Reconnaissance and Surveillance Leaders Course (RSLC) (formerly known as the Long Range Surveillance Leaders Course, or LRSLC) is a 29-day (four weeks and one day) school designed on mastering reconnaissance fundamentals of officers and non-commissioned officers eligible for assignments to those . They establish security, reestablish the chain of command, determine their personnel and equipment status, and continue the patrol mission, link up at the ORP, or complete their last instructions. (Bend in the road, low lying areas, military crest of a hill) (Don't cross at the long access of a road) What are rally point procedures? f. The platoon sergeant counts and identifies each soldier as he passes through the reentry point. They should know what actions are required there and how long they are to wait at each rally point before moving to another. Anti-tank has. b. a. (Figure 3-4. They confirm the leaders plan before it is executed. Actions at or from the ORP include. 7 Which is the primary reconnaissance asset of a battalion? Information on the written report should include. a. In a squad antiarmor ambush, the platoon leader selects the general site for the ambush. element cannot acquire the information needed from its initial position, Plans to establish a patrol base must include selecting an alternate patrol base site. This must be the last action performed by all soldiers before waiting to initiate the ambush. Using visual signals, any soldier alerts the platoon that an enemy force is in sight. Aid and Litter Team. of patrols, and establishment of and actions taken in a patrol base. c. If the platoon must conduct a route reconnaissance as part of the c. Support Element. Msii army rotc final 52 terms. All members of the b. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. United States Army Reconnaissance and Surveillance Leaders Course (RSLC) (formerly known as the Long Range Surveillance Leaders Course, or LRSLC) is a 29-day (four weeks and one day) school designed on mastering reconnaissance fundamentals of officers and non-commissioned officers eligible for assignments to those units whose primary mission is to conduct reconnaissance and surveillance . The contingency plan includes. VFW $30,000 Scholarship! The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". organizing the platoon is to have separate reconnaissance and security reconnaissance, the following techniques may be used as long as the The security element provides security at danger areas, secures the ORP, isolates the objective, and supports the withdrawal of the rest of the platoon once it completes its assigned actions on the objective. actual reconnaissance. The leader designates the location and extent of the kill zone. objective as necessary. g. Because of the speed with which other armored forces can reinforce the enemy in the ambush site, the leader should plan to keep the engagement short, and the withdrawal quick. (1) Linear. situation is vague or when information concerning cross-country operations. Its mission is to prepare, force generate and deliver ISR capability in order to deliver success on operations. The leader must assign additional tasks to his squads for demolition, search of enemy killed and captured, guarding of EPWs, treatment and evacuation (litter teams) of friendly casualties, and other tasks required for successful completion of the patrol mission. The leader maintains a reserve at the ORP. limiting information. While support is moving towards the LOA, what must be conducted? Other methods can be developed as long as the fundamentals d. Squads responsible for outlying ambushes do not initiate their ambushes until after the principal one is initiated. e. The platoon leader and support element or weapons squad leader start at 6 oclock and move in a clockwise manner adjusting the perimeter (meeting each squad leader at his squads left flank). Avoid Detection by the Enemy. We routinely train Infantrymen, Cavalry Scouts, Marines, Airmen, Sailors, Special Operations Forces, and Law Enforcement. individual squads to conduct an area reconnaissance, the platoon leader or They normally receive the OPORD in the battalion or company CP where communications are good and key personnel are available. The R&S team is of little value at night Figure 4-4. and classifying bridges. The leader selects the tentative site from a map or by aerial reconnaissance. reconnaissance elements (infantry platoon/squad) acquire this information The subordinate leader responsible for security establishes security at the ORP and positions other security teams as required on likely enemy avenues of approach into the objective area. You just studied 30 terms! We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. The password will be the number that must be added to it to equal the specified number. Often these tabs are worn on the underside of pocket flaps so as not to violate uniform regulations. Where possible, in assigning tasks, the leader should maintain squad and fire team integrity. What are the three types of reconnaissance? D. Both B and C. Typically one kill zone. 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