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

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309. General
Section III. CONDUCT OF ATTACK
a. Once the squadron attack is launched, it must be executed
with violence, using all available firepower. Under cover of the
support provided by the base of fire, the maneuvering force closes
rapidly with the enemy. From the moment this force is under
enemy observation, its movement must be as rapid as terrain permits.
Each subordinate commander must be impressed with the
fact that personnel and vehicle losses are often proportionate to
the time that it takes to close on the objective. When the assault
is launched by the maneuvering force, fire is delivered continuously
so that when supporting fires are shifted or lifted, the enemy
is constantly under heavy fire until he is destroyed or captured.
Aggressive leadership at all levels of command increases
the chances of success.
b. The squadron commander places himself where he can best
control and influence the actions of elements of the squadron. Most
often he is with the maneuvering force, where the most important
action normally takes place. He should not become so involved
with the actions of one element of his command that he is unable
to retain control of the entire squadron. During the attack, he depends
largely on radio communication to control his troops, but by
remaining in a forward position and maintaining personal contact
with his troop commanders, he can effectively control the action.
The S3, artillery liaison officer, and forward air controller
usually accompany the squadron commander. The staff assists the
commander in exercising control but must not interfere with the
troop commanders in their command prerogatives.
310. Conduct of Maneuvering Force
a. The maneuvering force directs its movement toward the enemy
flank or rear, using all available cover and concealment, and
drives for the objective aggressively in a continuing movement.
Fire and movement techniques may be employed by elements of
the maneuvering force to close with and destroy the enemy on the
objective.
b. Tanks in the maneuvering force assault the objective in a deployed
formation. They use both their machineguns and main
armament as they maneuver to close with and destroy the enemy.
198 AGO 4088B