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OMEGA TRAINING GROUP, INC. MOUT ACTD HANDBOOK <strong>#1</strong> EXPERIMENTAL TACTICS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCEDURES FOR THE INFANTRY RIFLE PLATOON AND SQUAD IN URBAN COMBAT _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ 1-16 VERSION 7, 1 APRIL 1999
OMEGA TRAINING GROUP, INC. MOUT ACTD HANDBOOK <strong>#1</strong> EXPERIMENTAL TACTICS, TECHNIQUES, AND PROCEDURES FOR THE INFANTRY RIFLE PLATOON AND SQUAD IN URBAN COMBAT _____________________________________________________________________________ CHAPTER 2 CONSIDERATIONS OF URBAN COMBAT 2-1. GENERAL Combat operations in a built-up area may be violent and intense but have a slower pace and tempo than operations in open terrain, and an increase in methodical, synchronized missions. Unlike open terrain, platoons cannot maneuver quickly due to the close, dense environment. Looking for ambushes and booby traps while conducting operations in urban terrain also degrades speed, thus increasing the duration of enemy contact. Due to the dense environment and the restricted ability to use all available weapon systems, synchronization of combat power will be one of the platoon leader's main challenges. The rifle platoon will rarely, if ever, conduct operations in urban terrain except as a part of a larger operation. The planning, preparation, and conduct of offensive and defensive operations in an urban area are basically the same as any other offensive and defensive operation. However, urban combat imposes a number of demands that are different from ordinary field conditions, such as problems with troop requirements, maneuver, and use of equipment. As with all operations, the platoon leader must retain his ability to close with the enemy by means of fire and maneuver to defeat or capture him, or to repel his assault by fire, close combat, and counterattack. A plan must be based on METT-T factors, with emphasis on fire support, preparation time, work priorities, and control measures. The platoon leader must focus on the synchronization of maneuver forces and the fire support plan to accomplish the assigned mission. Combat service support (CSS) may play a more critical role in the urban environment than any other offensive operation because of the extreme demand for ammunition and the resupply difficulties. The demand for barrier material may stress CSS assets during defensive operations. Refer to Chapter 5 for information on attachments and other assets that are not organic to the platoon. 2-2. COMMAND AND CONTROL Planning is centralized but execution is decentralized. Although units fight as part of a coordinated battle, combat in urban terrain has a tendency to make small units feel isolated. Leaders should position themselves well forward so that they can control the action and provide assistance to subordinate leaders. In a built-up environment, this is even more critical due to obstacles, poor visibility, difficulty in communication, and intense fighting. a. Rules of Engagement. Each leader will have to ensure that his soldiers understand and comply with the Rules of Engagement. _____________________________________________________________________________ 2-1 VERSION 7, 1 APRIL 1999
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