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…When the door is already open or nonexistent, the stacked position is always used. WARNING Because fragments from M67 fragmentation grenades may injure Marines outside the room, they should not be used. Marines should use MK3A2…

… Use combat network radios to transmit orders and reports.  Increase the use of liaison officers.  Use couriers to transport orders, reports, and other information between headquarters and between maneuver units, using written orders…

…Communicators can use the following techniques to enhance VHF communications equipment: Relocation of VHF radios to overcome phase cancellation due to numerous dead spots Use of the higher end (50 - 75 MHz) of the available frequency…

…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…

…Suppression fire and smoke are used to cover force movements. Armor can also be used in the reduction of obstacles. For example, grappling hooks and ropes attached to a tank can be used to pull down…

…The tank commander and the infantry small-unit leader must coordinate when and under what conditions these launchers can be used. Grenade launchers are a useful feature for protecting the tank but can cause significant problems…

…Obstacles can be used to deny the enemy the use of the traffic circle. In this case, obstacle planning should consider whether friendly forces require access to the traffic circle. Antiarmor weapons can be employed across…

…Doorways should not be used as entrances or exits because they are normally covered by enemy fire. If a Marine must use a doorway as an exit, he/she should move quickly through it to his…

…Defenders should block stairs not used by the defense with furniture and tactical wire (Figure D-5) or remove them. If possible, all stairs should be blocked, and ladders should be used to move from floor…

…The targeting process ensures the collective and coordinated use of Army indirect fires, air and missile defense, and joint fires to gain and maintain fire superiority. Commanders use a variety of methods and assets to achieve…

…When requesting SecDef approval for use of an unmanned aircraft for DSCA, the request must include a proper use memorandum. Specifically, the following commanders may approve the use of DOD UAS on an AFRCC/AKRCC-coordinated…

…If Marines must enter the building by using the stairs, they first look for boobytraps. Then they throw a grenade through the stairwell door, let it detonate, and move quickly inside. They can use the staircase…

…If Marines must enter the building by using the stairs, they first look for boobytraps. Then they throw a grenade through the stairwell door, let it detonate, and move quickly inside. They can use the staircase…