MCRP 12-10B.1, page 61
Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT)
Marine Corps Reference Publication: Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain (MOUT)
Public distribution statement A; S2 KOCOA cited as MCRP 12-10 b.1
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Figure 2-13. Clearing Along a Route
for the overhead masking by buildings and the ability to seat baseplates. Traditional indirect
fire assets, such as artillery, may be used in the direct fire role.
e. Logistics. Historically in MOUT, the utilization of class I-V and VIII supplies is much
greater. More vehicular assets should be allocated to the small unit level to transport
ammunition and support the increased casualty evacuation requirements.
f. Force Protection. Lines of communication require extensive flank security in the urban
environment. The commander must determine where his/her critical security requirements are
and concentrate his/her force protection efforts in those areas while economizing in
other areas. Manpower may further be depleted by security requirements for refugees and
EPWs.
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