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

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b. Damage control activities are a command responsibility and
the commander at each echelon is responsible for damage control
training and implementation of damage control plans. Effective
implementation of damage control measures results from detailed
prior planning, training, and supervision by commanders.
c. See FM 17-1 and FM 17-50 for additional information on
damage control operations.
368. Squadron Damage Control Operations
a. The armored cavalry squadron is well suited to perform
damage control operations. Frequently, the squadron, or a portion
thereof, may be required to perform damage control operations
in the squadron area or in the area of another unit. If other
assigned tasks do not interfere, subordinate elements of the
squadron as organized may be employed in the performance of
damage control operations. Frequently it may be necessary for
the squadron to conduct damage control operations in conjunction
with tactical missions. Under these circumstances, it may be necessary
to organize and commit provisional damage control units.
b. The organization of the squadron damage control elements
is usually prescribed in the squadron SOP. Type organizations
that might be established are:
(1) A control and assessment team (CAT). This organization
is used as the squadron command and control headquarters
for the conduct of squadron damage control
activities.
(2) Heavy rescue squad. This squad will be organized at
squadron level to assist the CAT in the performance of
damage control operations.
(3) Light rescue squad. One of these squads will be organized
by each armored cavalry troop to assist in the performance
of squadron damage control operations as
directed by the CAT.
369. Troop Damage Control Operations
a. The armored cavalry troop or portions thereof may be required
to participate in damage control operations. As stated in
the squadron SOP, the troop is responsible for organizing and
training personnel to perform damage control functions. Elements
of the troop as organized or as a provisional unit may perform
these functions. A type unit employed is the light rescue
squad that normally operates under control of a designated noncommissioned
officer.
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