FM 17-35 ( Armored Cavalry Platoon, Troop and Squadron ) 1960
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FM 17-35 ( Armored Cavalry Platoon, Troop and Squadron ) 1960

FM 17-35 ( Armored Cavalry Platoon, Troop and Squadron ) 1960 FM 17-35 ( Armored Cavalry Platoon, Troop and Squadron ) 1960

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WWW.SURVIVALEBOOKS.COM tions and between these positions and the main body's axis of advance (fig. 33). If a suitable route does not exist, the troop may be required to operate cross-country. f. The troop commander adopts a formation that will permit rapid employment against enemy resistance encountered. The formation must provide for the maximum flexibility of employment to meet any change in the situation. The formation that provides the best control and maximum flexibility is column formation. The troop must provide its own security. This is normally accomplished by requiring each platoon to provide security for its exposed flank. Scouts may be used for this purpose and to extend reconnaissance efforts. Maximum use is made of the short range ground radar during periods of reduced visibility. 173. Conduct of Flank Guard, Offense a. The troop moves parallel to the axis of advance of the main body, regulating its movement by that of the main body. The leading platoon acts as the advance guard for the troop, secures the area between the main body and the blocking positions, and maintains contact with the rear of the leading element of the main body. Under certain conditions, the leading platoon may not be able to accomplish the three-fold mission of securing the troop route of advance, maintaining contact with the main body, and securing the area between the main body and the troop route of advance. In this situation, the troop commander employs an additional platoon or reinforces the leading platoon to ensure that the task can be properly performed (fig. 34). b. The remainder of the troop marches in column, prepared to secure blocking positions on order. The decision to occupy these positions will depend on the speed with which the main body is advancing and the enemy situation on the exposed flank. c. There are three basic methods of movement that the troop may employ to furnish the required flank protection: alternate bounds, successive bounds, and continuous marching. The method selected depends on the rate of advance of the main body and enemy situation on the flank. d. If the assigned area is so extensive that the troop is unable to secure it, the troop commander should ask for permission to cover part of the area by screening or to be relieved of responsibility for the rear part of the area. e. When the main body is stationary, the troop performing a flank guard mission may occupy blocking positions covering the likely avenues of enemy approach. The flank guard under these circumstances will normally conduct a delaying action. AGO 4088B 111

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