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

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EXAMPLE A EXAMPLE B EXAMPLE C
(Utilized when terrain dictates
use of dismounted elements
only in maneuvering force.)
MANEUVERING FORCE MANEUVERING FORCE MANEUVERING FORCE
(4 Tank sec.ltions
and rifle
squons from basie
squad~
of fire troop)
I
( - Support squads)
from ....
(~ dlseVIuned
nd dismountid
sici .. firn
J b f fire
troop)
- Support
squads)
(-Tonk sections
e upport quds
(Organic scout se.
tion. dismounted)
CP GP GP
nd cuppt squad.)
(Scut sctlons
BASE OF FIRE BASE OF FIRE BASE OF FIRE
(4 Support ( Support (4. Tank sections
squads of leading squads of leading nd support squad
troop) Nl troop;I I from maneuvering
(- Tank sections force troops)
and rifle squads) ( - Rifle squads
and scout sections)
Figure 55. Typical task organizations for an attack, infantry division
cavalry squadron.
c. Army aircraft maintain visual contact with enemy units and
provide aerial observation to the front, flanks, and rear of the
maneuvering force.
300. Base of Fire
a. In a squadron attack the base of fire is normally provided by
mortars, artillery, automatic weapons, and tactical air, when
available. Tanks are not normally employed in the base of fire;
however, they may be placed with the base of fire if terrain does
not permit their effective employment with the maneuvering force
or if the supporting fires provided by mortars, artillery, and other
sources are inadequate. Scout elements not employed in the maneuvering
force or for security may be used in the base of fire.
b. Available Army aircraft may assist the base of fire through
aerial observation and adjustment of fires. Further, helicopters
may be used to transport personnel, weapons, and ammunition for
the base of fire when movement by vehicles is not feasible.
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