…ground forces is to remain unseen. During night flights, the use of night vision goggles (NVGs) should be weighed carefully. Artificial lights can render NVGs partially ineffective and can increase the possibility of mid-air collisions…

…Positions that allow suppressive fires on infiltrating routes Covered and concealed routes, such as subways and sewers, for friendly forces to use to move between positions Structures that dominate large areas Areas such as parks, boulevards…

…position (Army) The last position an attacking force occupies or passes through before crossing the line of departure. *avenue of approach (Army) A path used by an attacking force leading to its objective or to key…

…Fires are dangerous to defenders and create smoke that could conceal attacking forces. Defenders should store firefighting equipment (water, sand, etc.). The danger of fire also influences the type of ammunition used in the defense. Tracers…

…However, Marines will be restricted in the use of their weapons and other equipment as dictated by the ROE. If permitted, a riot control agent (such as CS gas) can be used to assist in the…

…To be successful, leaders must use limited-visibility conditions to their advantage. 1. Advantages. When fighting in built-up areas during night or periods of limited visibility, attacking or defending forces have several advantages. a. In…

…Commanders may need to infiltrate resupply vehicles to reduce detection chances when an enemy force possesses a significant air, satellite, or unmanned aircraft capability. Commanders may also use military deception, camouflage, concealment, and obscurants to help…

…Additionally, DOD resources may also respond to search and rescue (SAR) cases on an “ask not task” basis with a federal mission number from either the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center (AFRCC) or the Alaska Rescue…

…Groups are brigade-size organizations that, because of Army modularity, are rarely used outside of Army’s special operations forces. Army special operations forces use the term to designate large special forces and psychological operations units…