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…mined is extremely difficult and dangerous. Therefore, such areas should be considered “no go” areas for infantry. This factor must be carefully considered when planning and authorizing the placement of mines. (See Table F-1 for…

…unit leadership. Weather factors include: (a) Precipitation. Rain or melting snow may flood basements and subway systems. This is especially true when automatic pumping facilities that normally handle rising water are deprived of power. Flooding makes…

…of this appendix.) Figure A-34. Clearing a Room f. Both shooters then establish a dominant position in the room one step away from the wall and two steps into the room and clear the room…

…For this reason, a room should never be considered safe just because one or two grenades have been detonated inside. Fragmentation grenades detonated on the floor not only throw fragments laterally, but also send fragments and…

…Ultimately, this can result in higher tempo in the execution of the plan. Once an estimate of the situation (using METT-T) has been conducted, planning for offensive operations can proceed. It is important to remember…

…For this reason, it is the preferred hand grenade for use during offensive operations in a MOUT environment. The grenade produces severe concussion effects in enclosed areas. It can be used for light blasting and demolitions…

…From this point, Shooter Number One ascends the stairs, moving backward while covering behind and above. Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain A - 39

…road. Similarly, the company may have to reconnoiter such a route to prepare for a battalion attack. This type of mission can best be accomplished by a mechanized company with appropriate attachments. (Figure 2-18 on…

…Radios are often unreliable in this environment. Marines (especially the point person, squad leader, engineer, and fire team leaders) should be equipped with night vision devices to maintain surveillance within the sewer. Thermal night devices are…

…maps are designed or modified to provide information that is not covered on a standard military map. This may include maps of road and bridge networks, railroads, built-up areas, and electric power fields. Special maps…

…To perform this mission, a rifle company can destroy enemy reconnaissance elements forward of the outskirts of the town, prevent their penetration into the built-up areas, and gain and maintain contact with the enemy to…

…Despite an uncoordinated Jordanian defense, Israeli casualties in this battle were the highest of those encountered during the Six Day War. Regular Jordanian forces withdrew during the latter stages of the battle, effectively ending organized resistance…

…However, LOS must be maintained in order to exploit this advantage. Radars should not be placed in the midst of a city due to masking. They are best located on the outskirts of the city. (9…

…At this point, the engineers clear the bridge and its approaches of all mines, demolitions, and obstacles. The company commander may expand his/her perimeter to prepare for counterattack. 2-35

This phase also includes consolidation of the objective area and reorganization for future taskings. By setting limited objectives, the attacking forces have an opportunity to reorganize and defend against counterattacks while maintaining momentum. Once the limited…

…However, this transition must be accomplished smoothly to prevent the enemy from gaining momentum. The withdrawal of the security area forces must not result in an easing of pressure on the enemy. MCWP 3-35 .3…

…The standard tactics, techniques, and procedures for the conduct of a patrol, as outlined in MCWP 3-11.6 Scouting and Patrolling (draft), apply except as otherwise discussed within this section. a. Organization. The platoon’s…

…F-17) is an expedient, explosive flame weapon that is best used against fortified positions or rooms. This expedient munition should be used with a nonelectrical firing system. The following materials are required to make a…

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…During this period of transition, there is a significant risk to the legitimacy of the mission. There exists a vacuum in the lull between fighting and establishing a secure environment. This is generally a result of…