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

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or more troops may be attached to a combat command or battle
group occupying a defensive position for the purpose of filling a
gap and maintaining contact with an adjacent unit.
323. Squadron Providing Rear Area Security in Defense
The armored cavalry squadron may be employed to provide rear
area security for the division. The procedures outlined in chapter
19 cover the actions of the squadron in this type of operation.
324. Employment of Ground Radar Equipment
In defensive operations, the medium range ground radar set in
the squadron headquarters and headquarters troop, and the short
range ground radar set in each troop are used to supplement the
security efforts of the squadron. These devices are employed well
forward at observation posts where their effectiveness is not hindered
by terrain or vegetation. Alternate and supplementary positions
should be established and accurately located on the map to
permit rapid displacement of ground radars as the situation requires.
They are used to monitor likely enemy avenues of approach,
scan key terrain, or maintain surveillance over gaps between
friendly elements. During daylight, the radar may be
employed to supplement visual observation or to monitor a particularly
dangerous avenue of approach. Their greatest value is
during periods of limited visibility.
325. Employment of Aerial Surveillance Platoon of the Division
Aviation Company
When the aerial surveillance platoon of the division aviation
company is under operational control of the armored cavalry
squadron, it is used primarily on surveillance missions to detect
enemy movement and to give early warning of enemy attacks.
During daylight hours, visual surveillance to the front and flanks
is maintained. Enemy strengths, movements, and target locations
are reported. Both day and night aerial photo missions are conducted.
The aerial radar is best employed during darkness or
other periods of limited visibility with the most valuable information
being acquired from activity in enemy rear areas.
326. General
Section II. ORGANIZATION OF DEFENSE
This section discusses techniques employed by the armored cavalry
squadron and its subordinate elements undertaking any type
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