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tion is provided by two l/4-ton trucks. Communication equipment
in the section includes a radio mounted in the squad leader's vehicle
and a portable radio. A light machinegun is mounted in each
l/4-ton truck.
Section III. EMPLOYMENT OF THE SCOUT SECTION
67. General
The scout section of the combat command headquarters and
headquarters company is usually employed as a unit. The mission
assigned to the section may frequently require that the scout
squads be separated; however, it is desirable that the squads operate
under control of the section leader as much as possible.
68. Techniques of Employment
The section leader controls the activities of the section without
the additional requirement of being a squad leader. This gives the
section leader more freedom of action and facilitates control of the
section. The techniques of employment to be used by the scout
section are similar to those discussed for the scout platoon in chapter
3.
69. Scout Section, Reconnaissance Missions
a. The scout section performs limited reconnaissance for the
combat command headquarters. Normal tasks include reconnoitering
routes and areas to be used for the combat command command
post.
b. For detailed guidance in performing reconnaissance missions,
see paragraphs 33 through 36.
70. Scout Section, Security Mission
The scout section provides limited security for the combat command
headquarters and headquarters company both on the move
and in an assembly area. For details on the conduct of security
missions, see paragraphs 37 through 41.
71. Scout Section, Movement, Control, and Liaison Missions
The scout section will frequently perform missions which assist
in the movement and control of the combat command headquarters
and headquarters company. Additionally, it may provide liaison
with other units, and act as a contact party when required. For a
detailed discussion, see paragraphs 53 through 57.
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