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…Marines for rapid identification. e. Far and near recognition symbols should be coordinated and used properly. f. Units employing close air support must exercise firm control. Failure to do so may lead to the pilot becoming…

…3 MOVE MOVE units. MOVE radios. When in doubt, MOVE. Do not “yardsale” comms gear. Keep all items in your pack until needed. Prioritize setups that maximize the ability to break down quickly. Be ready to…

Glossary GL-2 JP 3-0 DCA defensive counterair DOD Department of Defense DODD Department of Defense directive DODI Department of Defense instruction DOS Department of State DSCA defense support of civil authorities DSPD defense support…

…This classic urban battle involved large forces and resulted in innovative urban combat techniques and the creation of the highly successful storm groups (task-organized assault units). (Length of battle: greater than 30 days) (Casualties: 1…

…The mobility advantage that the helicopterborne force has over enemy infantry-heavy units may allow it to defend in greater depth in a large city. The helicopterborne force focuses on the destruction of advancing enemy forces…

Chapter IV IV-14 JP 3-0 (2) In some operations, a Service or functional component (typically the ground component) could have such a large operational area that the component’s subordinate units operate in a…

…Tanks are normally task organized with mechanized units for protection and security operations. The commander can employ tanks to take advantage of their long-range lethality, high-speed mobility, and survivability. They can be used outside…

…Cluster bomb units, rockets, cannons, laser-guided bombs, and electro-optically guided missiles can be used against a variety of targets. However, the presence of civilians, the requirement to preserve key facilities, and the residual effects…

…This type of defense is common for battalion-sized units and below. The commander conducting a position defense organizes forces utilizes the same fundamentals that apply to any defense. Forces can be assigned sectors to defend…