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

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maintain constant pressure to ensure that contact with the enemy
is maintained, the enemy is kept off balance, and his withdrawal
from action made difficult.
202. Actions of Troop Commander During Attack
a. During the attack, the troop commander locates himself
where he can best influence and control the actions of his forces
as a whole. He will normally accompany the maneuvering force,
placing himself where decisive action is likely to develop, normally
in the vicinity of the lead elements. He usually rides in the
tank organic to the troop headquarters. This enables him to accompany
the assault elements and to maintain visual or radio
contact with elements of the troop and supporting elements. In a
dismounted attack, he should not become so involved with the
actions of a subordinate element that he cannot effectively direct
the employment of the remainder of his force. During the attack,
use of visual signals will aid in maintaining control.
b. During an exploitation or other rapidly moving offensive
operations, the troop commander should be located near the head
of the column, or immediately behind the assault platoons when
the troop deploys.
c. Throughout the attack, the troop commander must keep the
squadron or other higher headquarters informed of the situation.
203. Employment of Troop as Part of a Larger Force
The armored cavalry troop may participate in offensive action
as a part of a larger force. The troop may be employed in the base
of fire, as part of the maneuvering force, in a security mission
associated with the attack, or initially as an uncommitted force
prepared to exploit the success of the assaulting force.
204. Use of Helicopters in Troop Attack
Scouts and rifle elements may be transported by helicopters
during the conduct of an attack (par. 269). See also airmobile
operations in FM 17-1.
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