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Section = 10 personnel
Platoon = 3 Sections
Company = 3 Platoons
Regiment = 3 Companies
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Without this element the structure and cohesion of
the force will be in disarray and turning the battle from
an assault on a force to a fight with individuals.
Section commander
Radio operator
Machine-gunner / sniper
Grenadier
Riflemen x 6
Rifleman / scout
Rifleman
Rifleman
Section commander
Radio operator
Machine-gunner / Sniper
Rifleman / machine-gunners number two
Grenadier
Rifleman
Rifleman
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In the case of a non-military unit forming as an
assault /
defensive unit the structure and positioning of key
personal should remain the same.
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Basic map reading and navigation
Basic bush survival ie: health and hygiene,
] cooking
etc...
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A knowledge of individuals weaknesses /
shortcomings, state of health, physical fitness, ability
to comprehend and follow instructions etc....
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SECTION FORMATIONS
ARROW / WEDGE
EXTENDED LINE
SINGLE FILE
STAGGERED FILE
Terrain
Squad armament
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As with the formation, spacing between squad members
should be strictly adhered to.
Often as not ranks will close unconsciously as the squad
progresses, so members need to stay very aware of their
position in relation to other squad members.
As a standard average 5 - 10 meters, dependent on
terrain, cover and position of opposing forces.
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Assaulting a fixed position
Factors to consider:
Arcs of fire.
Defensive strength.
Fortification.
Terrain.
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Setting an ambush
Factors to consider:
Squad discipline.
Cutoff Group 1
The initiator is typically the 'section machine-gunner' or
member that will provide maximum ' rounds down range'.
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Cutoff Group 2
The opposite end of the squad will normally be the
grenadier, ensuring that maximum casualties are inflicted
and inhibiting the attacking force from reinforcing
besieged
members.
Kill-zone
This will be the squad members in the middle ground,
normally the riflemen, providing the firepower across their
arcs to neutralize the body of the ambushed.
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Hand signals basics:
Clear speech.
OVER =
you have said your part and may be waiting for
response.
OUT=
you have said your part and expect no response
and / or end of discussion.
ROGER / COPY=
you understood transmission and are complying
with instructions.
SIT-REP=
your position on field and situation / actions at
that point.
NOT: where you at, what are you doing, how far
away are you, wheres the enemy at, are you where
we are.
MOVE TO=
go to the instructed location / area.
RE-GROUP=
reform team on prior or appointed location.
HOLD POSITION=
stay where you are.
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Basic Bush Skills
Cooking
First aid
Equipment and weapon maintenance
Simple bush craft
Accommodation / hoochie area and setup
Cooking,
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Probably the most important component in any pack
and is often taken for granted is water. Allowing for 2 -
3 liters to be consumed daily. Dehydration should be
considered an extremely real danger and measures
taken to safeguard against it.
Recommended utensils:
thermal mat
sleeping bag
bivvy bag
light weight shelter: military hoochie / basha and
associated components, poles, pegs etc...
Unit harbor:
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Camouflage and Concealment
Shilloete
Speed
Shape
Surroundings / Environment
Shadows
Engagement
Extraction
Shilloete:
Speed:
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Shape:
Surroundings / Environment :
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Construction of a Range Card
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Personal Support Kit
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Basic Bush Skills
Cooking
First aid
Equipment and weapon maintenance
Simple bush craft
Accommodation / hoochie area and setup
Cooking,
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Probably the most important component in any pack
and is often taken for granted is water. Allowing for 2 -
3 liters to be consumed daily. Dehydration should be
considered an extremely real danger and measures
taken to safeguard against it.
Recommended utensils:
thermal mat
sleeping bag
bivvy bag
light weight shelter: military hoochie / basha and
associated components, poles, pegs etc...
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Unit harbor:
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A simple fact is that the incapacitation of one unit
member is the loss of another for support purposes
also, therefore due to the possible neglect or ill
equipped actions or the lack of by one unit member
will cost the unit / section a minimum of two
personnel, the ten man section now becomes eight,
placing considerable strain on the units ability to
complete even the simplest of missions.
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