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    CavalryCavalry

    OperationsOperationsUnclassifiedUnclassified

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    OutlineOutline

    Terminal Learning ObjectiveTerminal Learning Objective

    Organizations and MissionsOrganizations and Missions

    ReconnaissanceReconnaissanceSecuritySecurity

    Economy of ForceEconomy of Force

    Other OperationsOther Operations

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    Terminal Learning ObjectiveTerminal Learning Objective

    While Serving As a Troop CommanderWhile Serving As a Troop Commander

    or a Squadron Staff Officer in aor a Squadron Staff Officer in a

    Tactical Environment, the Student WillTactical Environment, the Student WillEmploy a Cavalry Organization toEmploy a Cavalry Organization to

    Accomplish the Primary Missions ofAccomplish the Primary Missions of

    the Cavalry IAW FM 17-95 and FM 1-the Cavalry IAW FM 17-95 and FM 1-116116

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    2nd ACR (L)2nd ACR (L)

    3rd ACR3rd ACR

    25 ID (L)25 ID (L) 3-4 CAV3-4 CAV

    10 MTN (L)10 MTN (L) 3-17 CAV3-17 CAVL

    1 AD1 AD 1-1 CAV1-1 CAV

    1 ID(M)1 ID(M) 1-4 CAV1-4 CAV1 CAV1 CAV 1-7 CAV1-7 CAV

    2 ID2 ID 4-7 CAV4-7 CAV

    3 ID(M)3 ID(M) 3-7 CAV3-7 CAV

    4 ID(M)4 ID(M) 1-10 CAV1-10 CAV

    82 ABN82 ABN 1-17 CAV1-17 CAV 101 ABN101 ABN 2-17 CA2-17 CAV

    Active Component Cavalry UnitsActive Component Cavalry Units

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    Enabling Learning Objective AEnabling Learning Objective A

    Action: Select the Basic Designs ofAction: Select the Basic Designs of

    Cavalry OrganizationsCavalry Organizations

    Condition: Given a list of CavalryCondition: Given a list of Cavalry

    OrganizationsOrganizations

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 1-17Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 1-17

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    Basic DesignsBasic Designs

    ACR (Armored)ACR (Armored)

    ACR (Light)ACR (Light)

    Armored Division Cavalry SquadronArmored Division Cavalry Squadron

    Light Division Cavalry SquadronLight Division Cavalry Squadron

    Airborne Division Cavalry SquadronAirborne Division Cavalry Squadron

    Air Cavalry SquadronAir Cavalry Squadron

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    Enabling Learning Objective BEnabling Learning Objective B

    Action: Select the Organization of theAction: Select the Organization of the

    Armored Cavalry Regiment (A)Armored Cavalry Regiment (A)

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 and theStandard: IAW FM 17-95 and the

    OAAB.OAAB.

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    Armored Cavalry RegimentArmored Cavalry Regiment

    The ACR is a self contained combinedThe ACR is a self contained combined

    arms organization. The ACR is aarms organization. The ACR is a

    separate unit that supports the corpsseparate unit that supports the corps

    or joint task force.or joint task force.

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    ACRACR

    RSS

    MIE

    HHT

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    Armored Cavalry SquadronArmored Cavalry Squadron

    HHT

    M3 (CFV) 12 x 3M3 (CFV) 12 x 3

    M1M1 9 x 39 x 3

    M106M106 2 x 32 x 3

    M1M1 14 x 114 x 1 M109M109 8 x 18 x 1

    M3 (IFV) 2 x 1M3 (IFV) 2 x 1

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    RASRAS

    HHT

    OH-58D 8 x 3OH-58D 8 x 3 AH-64AH-64 8 x 28 x 2 UH-60UH-60 15 x 115 x 1

    A

    M

    U

    L

    EH-60EH-60 4 x 14 x 1

    AVUMAVUM

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    ACR SupportACR Support

    RSS

    MIE

    HHT

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    Enabling Learning Objective CEnabling Learning Objective C

    Action: Identify the Organization ofAction: Identify the Organization of

    the Light Armored Cavalry Regimentthe Light Armored Cavalry Regiment

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 1-19, FMStandard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 1-19, FM

    71-8 Annex E, 1999 AVN Force71-8 Annex E, 1999 AVN ForceStructure p. 23Structure p. 23

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    Armored Cavalry Regiment (L)Armored Cavalry Regiment (L)

    The ACR(L) is similar to the ACR (A)The ACR(L) is similar to the ACR (A)

    with some significant exceptions.with some significant exceptions.

    These differences require modificationThese differences require modification

    of the TTPs prescribed for the ACRof the TTPs prescribed for the ACR

    throughout FM 17-95.throughout FM 17-95.

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    ACR (L)ACR (L)

    RSS

    MIE

    HHTL

    L

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    Light Armored Cavalry SquadronLight Armored Cavalry Squadron

    HHT

    TOW HMMWVTOW HMMWV 12 x 312 x 3

    SCT HMMWVSCT HMMWV 9 x 39 x 3TOW HMMWVTOW HMMWV 12 x 112 x 1 155(T)155(T) 8 x 18 x 1

    L

    L

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    RAS (L)RAS (L)

    HHT

    OH-58D 8 x 4OH-58D 8 x 4 UH-60UH-60 15 x 115 x 1

    U

    L

    OH-58D 1 x 1OH-58D 1 x 1

    AVUMAVUM

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    ACR Support (Light)ACR Support (Light)

    RSS

    MIE

    HHTL

    L

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    Enabling Learning Objective DEnabling Learning Objective D

    Action: Identify the Organization ofAction: Identify the Organization of

    the Heavy Division Cavalry Squadronthe Heavy Division Cavalry Squadron

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 71-8 Annex C (C-3)Standard: IAW FM 71-8 Annex C (C-3)

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    Heavy Division Cavalry SquadronHeavy Division Cavalry Squadron

    HHT

    AVUMAVUMM3 (CFV) 13 x 3M3 (CFV) 13 x 3

    M1M1 9 x 39 x 3

    M106M106 2 x 32 x 3

    OH-58D 8 x 2OH-58D 8 x 2

    M3 (CFV) 2 x 1M3 (CFV) 2 x 1

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    Enabling Learning Objective EEnabling Learning Objective E

    Action: Identify the Organization ofAction: Identify the Organization of

    the Light Division Cavalry Squadronthe Light Division Cavalry Squadron

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 71-8 Annex E, 1999Standard: IAW FM 71-8 Annex E, 1999

    AVN Force Structure p. 23AVN Force Structure p. 23

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    Light Division Cavalry SquadronLight Division Cavalry Squadron

    HHT

    AVUMAVUMTOW HMMWVTOW HMMWV 8 x 18 x 1

    SCT HMMWVSCT HMMWV 12 x 112 x 1

    120mm Mtrs120mm Mtrs 2 x 12 x 1

    OH-58D 8 x 2OH-58D 8 x 2

    L

    L

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    Enabling Learning Objective FEnabling Learning Objective F

    Action: Identify the Organization ofAction: Identify the Organization of

    the Airborne Division Cavalrythe Airborne Division Cavalry

    SquadronSquadron

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 1-20Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 1-20

    Airborne Division CavalryAirborne Division Cavalry

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    Airborne Division CavalryAirborne Division Cavalry

    SquadronSquadron

    HHT

    AVUMAVUMTOW HMMWVTOW HMMWV 8 x 18 x 1

    SCT HMMWVSCT HMMWV 12 x 112 x 1OH-58D 8 x 3OH-58D 8 x 3

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    Enabling Learning Objective GEnabling Learning Objective G

    Action: Identify the Organization ofAction: Identify the Organization of

    the Air Assault Air Cavalry Squadronthe Air Assault Air Cavalry Squadron

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of NotesStandard: IAW 1999 AVN ForceStandard: IAW 1999 AVN Force

    Structure p. 27Structure p. 27

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    Air Assault Air Cavalry SquadronAir Assault Air Cavalry Squadron

    HHT

    AVUMAVUMOH-58D 8 x 4OH-58D 8 x 4

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    Enabling Learning Objective HEnabling Learning Objective H

    Action: Select the Organization andAction: Select the Organization and

    Employment Methods of an AirEmployment Methods of an Air

    Cavalry TroopCavalry Troop

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 and theStandard: IAW FM 17-95 and the

    OAAB.OAAB.

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    Air Cavalry TroopAir Cavalry Troop

    HQ

    OH-58D 4 x 1OH-58D 4 x 1 OH-58D 4 x 1OH-58D 4 x 1

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    ACT Organized by TeamsACT Organized by Teams

    FAFA

    RPRP

    PL LION (LOA)PL LION (LOA)

    PL TIGER (BHL)PL TIGER (BHL)

    PL COUGAR (LD)PL COUGAR (LD)

    PL JAGUARPL JAGUAR

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    ACT Organized by TeamsACT Organized by Teams

    Scout Weapons TeamScout Weapons Team

    Heavy Scout TeamHeavy Scout Team

    Heavy Weapons TeamHeavy Weapons Team

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    ACT Organized by PlatoonsACT Organized by Platoons

    FAFA

    RPRP

    PL LION (LOA)PL LION (LOA)

    PL TIGER (BHL)PL TIGER (BHL)

    PL COUGAR (LD)PL COUGAR (LD)

    PL JAGUARPL JAGUAR

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    Enabling Learning Objective IEnabling Learning Objective I

    Action: Select the Purpose andAction: Select the Purpose and

    Fundamentals of ReconnaissanceFundamentals of Reconnaissance

    OperationsOperations

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 3-3, 3-5Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 3-3, 3-5

    R i

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    ReconnaissanceReconnaissance

    Cavalry does not perform a reconCavalry does not perform a recon

    mission for its own sake. Cavalrymission for its own sake. Cavalry

    performs recon for another friendlyperforms recon for another friendly

    force to provide it with fresh, accurateforce to provide it with fresh, accurate

    information about the terrain andinformation about the terrain and

    enemy within the area. Recon allowsenemy within the area. Recon allows

    the higher commander to keep otherthe higher commander to keep other

    forces free from contact as long asforces free from contact as long as

    possible.possible.

    R i

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    ReconnaissanceReconnaissance

    Fundamentals (GORRDE)Fundamentals (GORRDE)

    Gain and maintain enemy contactGain and maintain enemy contact

    Orient on the recon objectiveOrient on the recon objective

    Report rapidly and accuratelyReport rapidly and accurately

    Retain freedom of maneuverRetain freedom of maneuver

    Develop the situationDevelop the situationEnsure maximum recon forces forwardEnsure maximum recon forces forward

    E bli L i Obj ti JE bli L i Obj ti J

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    Enabling Learning Objective JEnabling Learning Objective J

    Action: Identify the Four Types ofAction: Identify the Four Types of

    Reconnaissance MissionsReconnaissance Missions

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 3-1Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 3-1

    T f R iT f R i

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    Types of ReconnaissanceTypes of Reconnaissance

    RouteRoute

    AreaArea

    ZoneZone

    Recon in ForceRecon in Force

    E bli L i Obj ti KE bli L i Obj ti K

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    Enabling Learning Objective KEnabling Learning Objective K

    Action: Identify purpose and criticalAction: Identify purpose and critical

    tasks of a Route Reconnaissancetasks of a Route Reconnaissance

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95Standard: IAW FM 17-95

    R t R iR t R i

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    Route ReconnaissanceRoute Reconnaissance

    Purpose Is to Obtain Detailed InfoPurpose Is to Obtain Detailed Info

    About a Specified Route and AllAbout a Specified Route and All

    Adjacent Terrain From Which theAdjacent Terrain From Which the

    Enemy Could Influence MovementEnemy Could Influence Movement

    Along That RouteAlong That Route

    C iti l T kCritical Tasks

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    Critical TasksCritical Tasks

    Recon and determine trafficabilityRecon and determine trafficability

    Recon all terrain along the routeRecon all terrain along the route

    Recon built-up areas along routeRecon built-up areas along route

    Recon lateral routesRecon lateral routes

    Inspect/evaluate all bridgesInspect/evaluate all bridges

    Locate fords and crossing sitesLocate fords and crossing sites

    Inspect/evaluate all over/underpassesInspect/evaluate all over/underpasses

    and culvertsand culverts

    Critical Tasks contCritical Tasks cont

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    Critical Tasks cont.Critical Tasks cont.

    Recon all defiles along the routeRecon all defiles along the route

    Locate/clear route of mines,Locate/clear route of mines,

    obstacles, and barriersobstacles, and barriers

    Locate bypasses around built-upLocate bypasses around built-up

    areas, obstacles, and contaminatedareas, obstacles, and contaminated

    areasareasFind and report all enemy along routeFind and report all enemy along route

    Report route informationReport route information

    Route ReconRoute Recon

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    Route ReconRoute Recon

    Conduct of a Route Recon:Conduct of a Route Recon:

    Air/Ground Integration Works BestAir/Ground Integration Works Best

    Control Measures:Control Measures:

    Lateral BoundariesLateral Boundaries

    SP/RPSP/RP

    Route DesignationRoute DesignationPhase Lines and Check PointsPhase Lines and Check Points

    Assign Only One Route Per Troop IfAssign Only One Route Per Troop If

    Enemy Contact Is PossibleEnemy Contact Is Possible

    Route ReconRoute Recon

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    Route ReconRoute Recon

    RTE GREENRTE GREEN

    PL SPURPL SPUR PL BITPL BIT PL STARPL STAR PL ROPEPL ROPE

    CP

    1

    CP

    2 CP

    1

    SP

    RP

    Enabling Learning Objective LEnabling Learning Objective L

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    Enabling Learning Objective LEnabling Learning Objective L

    Action: Identify the purpose andAction: Identify the purpose and

    critical tasks of a Zone Reconnaissancecritical tasks of a Zone Reconnaissance

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of NotesStandard: IAW FM 1-116 p. 3-14, 3-15Standard: IAW FM 1-116 p. 3-14, 3-15

    Zone ReconZone Recon

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    Zone ReconZone Recon

    Purpose Is to Obtain Detailed InfoPurpose Is to Obtain Detailed InfoConcerning All Routes, Obstacles,Concerning All Routes, Obstacles,

    Terrain and Enemy Forces Within aTerrain and Enemy Forces Within a

    Zone Defined by BoundariesZone Defined by Boundaries

    Critical TasksCritical Tasks

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    Critical TasksCritical Tasks

    Find and report all enemy w/in zoneFind and report all enemy w/in zone

    Recon specific terrain w/in zoneRecon specific terrain w/in zone

    Report recon informationReport recon information

    Critical Tasks (Time Permitting)Critical Tasks (Time Permitting)

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    Critical Tasks (Time Permitting)Critical Tasks (Time Permitting)

    Recon all terrain w/in zoneRecon all terrain w/in zone

    Inspect/classify all bridges in zoneInspect/classify all bridges in zone

    Locate fords/crossing sites in zoneLocate fords/crossing sites in zone

    Inspect/classify all over/underpassesInspect/classify all over/underpasses

    and culvertsand culverts

    Locate/clear all mines, obstacles, andLocate/clear all mines, obstacles, andbarriers in zonebarriers in zone

    Locate bypass around obstacles, etc.Locate bypass around obstacles, etc.

    Zone ReconZone Recon

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    Zone ReconZone Recon

    Regimental Zone Recon:Regimental Zone Recon:3 Ground Squadrons Abreast3 Ground Squadrons Abreast

    RAS ForwardRAS Forward

    Attack in ReserveAttack in Reserve

    Zone ReconZone Recon

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    Zone ReconZone Recon

    Squadron Zone ReconSquadron Zone ReconGround Troops AbreastGround Troops Abreast

    Air CAV TRPs ForwardAir CAV TRPs Forward

    Recon All RoutesRecon All Routes

    Zone ReconZone Recon

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    Zone ReconZone Recon

    Ground CAV Troop Zone ReconGround CAV Troop Zone ReconCFVs AbreastCFVs Abreast

    Tanks in Supporting PositionTanks in Supporting Position

    Recon All Routes and TerrainRecon All Routes and Terrain

    Do Not Bypass Enemy WithoutDo Not Bypass Enemy Without

    PermissionPermission

    Air CAV to Front/FlanksAir CAV to Front/Flanks

    Zone ReconZone Recon

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    Zone ReconZone Recon

    Air CAV Troop Zone ReconAir CAV Troop Zone ReconConducted As a Movement to ContactConducted As a Movement to Contact

    By Platoons or TeamsBy Platoons or Teams

    Same Control Measures As Ground CAVSame Control Measures As Ground CAV

    Do Not Bypass Enemy WithoutDo Not Bypass Enemy Without

    PermissionPermission

    Zone ReconZone Recon

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    Zone ReconZone Recon

    XX

    XX

    PL STETSONPL STETSON

    (LD)(LD)PL SADDLEPL SADDLE PL SPURPL SPUR

    PL BOOTPL BOOT

    (LOA)(LOA)

    A

    B

    RTE DIAMONDRTE DIAMOND

    CP

    1

    CP2

    CP

    3

    NAI

    1

    NAI

    2

    CP

    4

    Enabling Learning Objective MEnabling Learning Objective M

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    Enabling Learning Objective MEnabling Learning Objective M

    Action: Identify the Purpose andAction: Identify the Purpose andCritical Tasks of Area ReconnaissanceCritical Tasks of Area Reconnaissance

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 / FM 1-116Standard: IAW FM 17-95 / FM 1-116

    Area ReconArea Recon

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    Area ReconArea Recon

    Purpose Is to Obtain Detailed InfoPurpose Is to Obtain Detailed InfoConcerning Terrain or Enemy ActivityConcerning Terrain or Enemy Activity

    W/in a Prescribed Area Such As aW/in a Prescribed Area Such As a

    Town, Ridgeline, Woods, Bridge, orTown, Ridgeline, Woods, Bridge, orOther Feature That May Be Critical toOther Feature That May Be Critical to

    the Operationthe Operation

    Area ReconArea Recon

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    Area Reconea eco

    Squadron Area Recon:Squadron Area Recon:Similar to a Zone Recon ExceptSimilar to a Zone Recon Except

    Movement to and FromMovement to and From

    Assign Troop SectorsAssign Troop Sectors

    May Be in Rear Area or Cross-FLOTMay Be in Rear Area or Cross-FLOT

    Enemy Forces encountered are ReportedEnemy Forces encountered are Reported

    and Bypassedand Bypassed

    Area ReconArea Recon

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    Area Recon

    Ground CAV Troop Area ReconGround CAV Troop Area ReconSame As Zone Recon Except forSame As Zone Recon Except for

    Movement to and FromMovement to and From

    Air CAV Troop Area ReconAir CAV Troop Area Recon

    Report/Bypass Enemy Enroute, IfReport/Bypass Enemy Enroute, If

    PossiblePossible

    Routes to and from the area shouldRoutes to and from the area should

    provide the best cover and concealmentprovide the best cover and concealment

    from enemy air defense detectionfrom enemy air defense detection

    Area Recon Control MeasuresArea Recon Control Measures

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    II

    I

    PL STETSONPL STETSON

    (LD)(LD)PL SADDLEPL SADDLE PL SPURPL SPUR

    PL BOOTPL BOOT

    (LOA)(LOA)

    RTE DIAMONDRTE DIAMOND

    CP

    1

    CP2

    CP

    3

    NAI

    1

    NAI

    2

    CP

    4

    1

    3

    AB0003

    AB0001 AB0002

    Enabling Learning Objective NEnabling Learning Objective N

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    g g jg g j

    Action: Select the Purpose of aAction: Select the Purpose of aReconnaissance in ForceReconnaissance in Force

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 3-24Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 3-24

    Recon in ForceRecon in Force

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    Purpose Is a Limited ObjectivePurpose Is a Limited ObjectiveOperation by at Least a Battalion-SizeOperation by at Least a Battalion-Size

    Force to Obtain Info and to Locate andForce to Obtain Info and to Locate and

    Test Enemy Dispositions, Strengths,Test Enemy Dispositions, Strengths,and Reactionsand Reactions

    Recon in ForceRecon in Force

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    Performed by an ACR or DivisionPerformed by an ACR or DivisionCavalry SquadronCavalry Squadron

    Performed as zone recon or movement toPerformed as zone recon or movement to

    contactcontact

    Conducted along a broad frontConducted along a broad front

    Series of probing actions to test enemySeries of probing actions to test enemy

    reaction at selected pointsreaction at selected points

    Enabling Learning Objective OEnabling Learning Objective O

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    g g jg g j

    Action: Identify the Purpose ofAction: Identify the Purpose ofSecurity OperationsSecurity Operations

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-1Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-1

    Security OperationsSecurity Operations

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    y

    Purpose Is to Obtain Info About thePurpose Is to Obtain Info About theEnemy and Provide Reaction Time,Enemy and Provide Reaction Time,

    Maneuver Space, and Protection to theManeuver Space, and Protection to the

    Main BodyMain Body

    Enabling Learning Objective PEnabling Learning Objective P

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    Action: Identify the Fundamentals ofAction: Identify the Fundamentals ofSecurity and Four Types of SecuritySecurity and Four Types of Security

    MissionsMissions

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-3, 4-4Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-3, 4-4

    Security OperationsSecurity Operations

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    Fundamentals (MOPPP):Fundamentals (MOPPP):Maintain Enemy ContactMaintain Enemy Contact

    Orient on the Main BodyOrient on the Main Body

    Perform Continuous ReconPerform Continuous Recon

    Provide Early and Accurate WarningProvide Early and Accurate Warning

    Provide Reaction Time and ManeuverProvide Reaction Time and Maneuver

    SpaceSpace

    Types of Security OperationsTypes of Security Operations

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    ScreenScreenGuardGuard

    CoverCover

    Area SecurityArea Security

    AreaArea

    RouteRouteConvoyConvoy

    Enabling Learning Objective QEnabling Learning Objective Q

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    Action: Select the Purpose of aAction: Select the Purpose of aScreenScreen

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-5Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-5

    Screen OperationsScreen Operations

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    The Purpose of a Screen is to ProvideThe Purpose of a Screen is to ProvideEarly Warning to the Main BodyEarly Warning to the Main Body

    Screen OperationsScreen Operations

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    Maintain SurveillanceMaintain SurveillanceProvide Early WarningProvide Early Warning

    Counter-ReconnaissanceCounter-Reconnaissance

    Impede, Harass the Enemy WithImpede, Harass the Enemy With

    Indirect and/or Direct FiresIndirect and/or Direct Fires

    Provides the Least Amount ofProvides the Least Amount ofProtectionProtection

    Enabling Learning Objective REnabling Learning Objective R

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    Action: Identify the Tasks of aAction: Identify the Tasks of aScreening ForceScreening Force

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-7Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-7

    Screen Critical TasksScreen Critical Tasks

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    CRPCRP Destroy or RepelDestroy or Repel

    FSEFSE Locate and Maintain ContactLocate and Maintain Contact

    Determine Direction ofDetermine Direction of

    MovementMovement

    I

    AGMBAGMB Maintain ContactMaintain Contact

    I II

    Enabling Learning Objective SEnabling Learning Objective S

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    Action: Identify the Types of ScreenAction: Identify the Types of ScreenOperations and When They areOperations and When They are

    ConductedConducted

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-7Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-7

    ScreenScreen

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    Stationary ScreenStationary Screen Moving ScreenMoving Screen

    MAIN BODYMAIN BODY

    S

    S

    Flank

    S c

    reen

    Flank

    Sc

    reen

    S

    S

    Flan

    kS

    creen

    Flan

    kScreen

    S S

    Rear ScreenRear Screen

    S S

    ScreenScreen

    MAIN BODYMAIN BODY

    S

    S

    Flank

    S c

    reen

    Flank

    S c

    reen

    S

    S

    Flan

    kS

    creen

    Flan

    kScreen

    S S

    Rear ScreenRear Screen

    Screen in DepthScreen in Depth

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    DismountedDismounted

    OPsOPs

    Tank andTank and

    MorterMorter

    SupportSupport

    Mounted OPsMounted OPs

    Aerial OPsAerial OPs

    A B

    PL TIGERPL TIGER

    (BHL)(BHL)

    PL LIONPL LION(LOA)(LOA)

    PL BEARPL BEAR

    (LD)(LD)

    Enabling Learning Objective TEnabling Learning Objective T

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    Action: Identify the Purpose of aAction: Identify the Purpose of aGuard MissionGuard Mission

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-21Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-21

    Guard OperationsGuard Operations

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    The Purpose of a Guard Operation isThe Purpose of a Guard Operation isto Protect the Main Body from Enemyto Protect the Main Body from Enemy

    Ground Observation, Direct Fire, andGround Observation, Direct Fire, and

    Surprise AttackSurprise Attack

    Guard OperationsGuard Operations

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    Accomplishes all tasks of a screenAccomplishes all tasks of a screenPrevents enemy ground observationPrevents enemy ground observation

    of and direct fire against the mainof and direct fire against the main

    bodybody

    Operates within range of main bodyOperates within range of main body

    artilleryartillery

    Deployed on narrower frontDeployed on narrower front

    Performed by a squadronPerformed by a squadron

    Enabling Learning Objective UEnabling Learning Objective U

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    Action: Select the Types of GuardAction: Select the Types of GuardMissions and Critical Tasks InvolvedMissions and Critical Tasks Involved

    with Each Onewith Each One

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-23, 4-26,Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-23, 4-26,

    4-324-32

    Guard OperationsGuard Operations

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    Types of Guard Operations:Types of Guard Operations:Advance GuardAdvance Guard

    Flank GuardFlank Guard

    Rear GuardRear Guard

    Advance GuardAdvance Guard

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    Critical Tasks:Critical Tasks:Perform recon along main body axis ofPerform recon along main body axis of

    advanceadvance

    Maintain continuous surveillance of BNMaintain continuous surveillance of BNsized avenues of approachsized avenues of approach

    Destroy/repel enemy reconDestroy/repel enemy recon

    Defeat/repel/fix enemy ground forcesDefeat/repel/fix enemy ground forcesbefore they can engage the main bodybefore they can engage the main body

    Flank GuardFlank Guard

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    Critical TasksCritical TasksMaintain continuous surveillance of BNMaintain continuous surveillance of BN

    sized avenues of approachsized avenues of approach

    Destroy/repel enemy reconDestroy/repel enemy reconMaintain contact with the main bodyMaintain contact with the main body

    Defeat/repel/fix enemy ground forcesDefeat/repel/fix enemy ground forces

    before they can engage the main bodybefore they can engage the main body

    Rear GuardRear Guard

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    8080

    Critical TasksCritical TasksDetect and defeat enemy forcesDetect and defeat enemy forces

    Conduct delay without contactConduct delay without contact

    Upon contact bound to successive BPsUpon contact bound to successive BPs

    Enabling Learning Objective VEnabling Learning Objective V

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    8181

    Action: Select the Purpose andAction: Select the Purpose andFunctions of a Cover MissionFunctions of a Cover Mission

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-32Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-32

    Cover MissionCover Mission

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    The Purpose of a Covering Force is toThe Purpose of a Covering Force is toDevelop the Situation Early and DefeatDevelop the Situation Early and Defeat

    the Enemy. If the Latter is notthe Enemy. If the Latter is not

    Possible, the Covering ForcePossible, the Covering ForceDeceives, Delays, and DisorganizesDeceives, Delays, and Disorganizes

    the Enemy until the Covered Forcethe Enemy until the Covered Force

    can Effectively React.can Effectively React.

    Cover MissionCover Mission

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    Functions of a Covering Force:Functions of a Covering Force:Operate beyond range of main bodyOperate beyond range of main body

    artillery, usually 50-60 kmartillery, usually 50-60 km

    Develops situation earlier than a guardDevelops situation earlier than a guardforceforce

    Accomplishes all functions of a screenAccomplishes all functions of a screen

    and guardand guardRecons, screens, attacks, defends, andRecons, screens, attacks, defends, and

    delays as necessarydelays as necessary

    Cover MissionCover Mission

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    8484Defensive CoverDefensive Cover Offensive CoverOffensive Cover

    MAIN BODYMAIN BODY

    xxx

    xxxII II

    MAIN BODYMAIN BODY

    xxx

    xxx

    II II

    Enabling Learning Objective WEnabling Learning Objective W

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    Action: Select the Purpose and TypesAction: Select the Purpose and Typesof Area Security Missionsof Area Security Missions

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-40Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-40

    Area SecurityArea Security

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    8686

    Purpose Is to Deny the Enemy thePurpose Is to Deny the Enemy theAbility to Influence Friendly Actions inAbility to Influence Friendly Actions in

    a Specific Area or to Deny the Enemya Specific Area or to Deny the Enemy

    Use of an Area for His Own PurposesUse of an Area for His Own Purposes

    Area SecurityArea Security

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    Types of Area Security:Types of Area Security:Recon and security of designatedRecon and security of designated

    personnel, airfields, facilities, commo.,personnel, airfields, facilities, commo.,

    equipment, etc.equipment, etc.Route SecurityRoute Security

    Convoy SecurityConvoy Security

    Area SecurityArea Security

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    A CI

    C

    B

    I

    A

    B

    I

    AAAA11

    AA2AA2

    AC

    B

    D/E

    QRF

    LZ/PZ

    Enabling Learning Objective XEnabling Learning Objective X

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    Action: List the Functions of RouteAction: List the Functions of RouteSecuritySecurity

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-43, 4-45Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-43, 4-45

    Route SecurityRoute Security

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    Purpose Is to Prevent Enemy GroundPurpose Is to Prevent Enemy GroundForces or Insurgents From ComingForces or Insurgents From Coming

    Within Direct Fire Range of theWithin Direct Fire Range of the

    Protected RouteProtected Route

    Route SecurityRoute Security

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    Functions:Functions:Conduct continuous reconConduct continuous recon

    Conduct sweeps at irregular intervalsConduct sweeps at irregular intervals

    Cordon sections of route for searchCordon sections of route for search

    Establish roadblocks/checkpointsEstablish roadblocks/checkpoints

    Occupy key locations/terrain along routeOccupy key locations/terrain along route

    Aggressively conduct patrolsAggressively conduct patrols

    Route SecurityRoute Security

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    9292

    RTE GOLD

    I

    I

    SS

    SS

    Escort Patrols

    Enabling Learning Objective YEnabling Learning Objective Y

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    9393

    Action: What is the Purpose and TaskAction: What is the Purpose and Taskof Convoy Securityof Convoy Security

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of Notes

    Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-46, 4-49Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 4-46, 4-49

    Convoy SecurityConvoy Security

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    9494

    Purpose Is to Provide Security to aPurpose Is to Provide Security to aMoving Convoy When InsufficientMoving Convoy When Insufficient

    Friendly Forces Are Available toFriendly Forces Are Available to

    Continuously Secure Lines ofContinuously Secure Lines ofCommunication in an Area ofCommunication in an Area of

    OperationsOperations

    Convoy SecurityConvoy Security

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    9595

    Critical Tasks:Critical Tasks:Recon the route the convoy will travelRecon the route the convoy will travel

    Clear the route of obstacles or positionsClear the route of obstacles or positions

    from which the enemy could influencefrom which the enemy could influencemovement along the routemovement along the route

    Provide early warning and prevent theProvide early warning and prevent the

    enemy from impeding, harassing,enemy from impeding, harassing,containing, seizing, or destroying thecontaining, seizing, or destroying the

    convoyconvoy

    Convoy SecurityConvoy Security

    S S

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    9696

    E

    HQConvoy

    S S

    S S

    S

    S

    ConvoyConvoy

    Convoy

    Convoy

    Enabling Learning Objective ZEnabling Learning Objective Z

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    9797

    Action: Select the Definition andAction: Select the Definition andCharacteristics of Economy of ForceCharacteristics of Economy of Force

    MissionsMissions

    Condition: Without the Use of NotesCondition: Without the Use of NotesStandard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 5-4Standard: IAW FM 17-95 p. 5-4

    Economy of ForceEconomy of Force

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    9898

    The Allocation of Minimum EssentialThe Allocation of Minimum EssentialCombat Power to Secondary EffortsCombat Power to Secondary Efforts

    so That Forces May Be Concentratedso That Forces May Be Concentrated

    in an Area Where a Decision Is Soughtin an Area Where a Decision Is Sought

    Offensive Economy of ForceOffensive Economy of Force

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    9999

    Movement to ContactMovement to ContactHasty AttackHasty Attack

    RaidRaid

    Deliberate AttackDeliberate Attack

    Spoiling AttackSpoiling Attack

    Search and AttackSearch and AttackExploitationExploitation

    PursuitPursuit

    Defensive Economy of ForceDefensive Economy of Force

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    100100

    Defend in SectorDefend in SectorDefend a Battle PositionDefend a Battle Position

    Economy of Force OperationsEconomy of Force Operations

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    101101

    Characteristics:Characteristics:Independent actionIndependent action

    Centralized controlCentralized control

    Cover wide frontsCover wide frontsFirepower forwardFirepower forward

    Establish and maintain contactEstablish and maintain contact

    Maximum use of obstaclesMaximum use of obstacles

    Destruction of the enemyDestruction of the enemy

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    Other OperationsOther Operations

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    103103

    RetrogradeRetrogradeDelayDelay

    WithdrawalWithdrawal

    RetirementRetirement

    Rear OperationsRear OperationsTactical CombatTactical Combat

    ForceForce

    Restore CommandRestore Commandand Controland Control

    FacilitateFacilitate

    MovementMovement

    Area DamageArea Damage

    ControlControl

    Other OperationsOther Operations

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    104104

    Deception OperationsDeception OperationsBattle HandoverBattle Handover

    Passage of LinesPassage of Lines

    Relief in PlaceRelief in Place

    LinkupLinkup

    Breakout from EncirclementBreakout from EncirclementObstacle Breaching OperationsObstacle Breaching Operations

    Other OperationsOther Operations

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    105105

    Nuclear, Biological, and ChemicalNuclear, Biological, and ChemicalDefenseDefense

    Independent Troop OperationsIndependent Troop Operations

    Contingency OperationsContingency Operations

    SummarySummary

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    Organizations and MissionsOrganizations and MissionsReconnaissanceReconnaissance

    SecuritySecurity

    Economy of ForceEconomy of Force

    Other OperationsOther Operations

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    QuestionsQuestions

    CONCLUSIONCONCLUSION

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    SCOUTS OUT!SCOUTS OUT!