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

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supporting and lower units. The command post usually includes
the squadron commander, the staff, and such liaison personnel
as are necessary. During offensive operations the command
post moves with the combat elements of the squadron and thereby
gains a large degree of security. In defensive or retrograde operations,
the command post is usually located far enough to the
rear so as not to interfere with combat operations.
b. The squadron commander operates from the location that
permits him to best control combat operations. He takes with him
certain key members of the staff, key attached personnel, and the
necessary equipment and facilities to form a command group.
262. Command Post Organization
a. The headquarters troop commander is responsible for the organization,
security, and movement of the command post under
the direct staff supervision of the squadron S1.
b. The plan for the internal arrangement of the squadron command
post must provide for communication requirements, efficient
functioning, security, and access to the available road net
(fig. 52). In the organization of a command post, the following
should be practiced so far as terrain and tactical conditions
permit:
(1) The command post should be located to ensure maximum
communication facilities of all types.
(2) Sections should be located within the perimeter of whatever
security is provided.
(3) The message center should be located near the entrance.
(4) The operations and intelligence sections should be centrally
located.
(5) The commander and executive officer should be located
near each other and close to the operations and intelligence
sections.
(6) Liaison personnel should be so located as to be readily
accessible.
(7) The command post should provide a suitable helicopter
landing site.
c. During combat operations, the squadron command post normally
remains mobile and operates entirely from vehicles. In
order to control the armored cavalry troops, the command post is
located so that it is in communication both with the troops and
with higher headquarters. The extensive capability of the squadron
communication system enables the command post to operate
efficiently on the move.
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