Marine Rifle Squad

d. Specific Instructions
(1) To Subordinate Leaders. The patrol leader gives out all information
concerning the drawing of ammunition, equipment, ordnance, water,
and rations; identifies the personnel he wants to accompany him on his
reconnaissance; and gives guidance on any special preparation he believes
will be necessary during the conduct of the mission, such as practicing
stream crossings.
(2) To Special Purpose Teams or Key Individuals. The patrol leader
should address requirements of designated personnel or teams, such as
having point men, pacers, and navigators make a thorough map study
and check their equipment.
8210. Coordinate(Continuous Throughout)
The patrol leader begins his coordination from the time he receives the order.
He is primarily concerned with:
a. Movement in Friendly Areas. The patrol leader finds out the location
of other friendly units or patrols so his patrol will not be restricted
or endangered in its movement; he plans his routes and fires accordingly.
b. Departure and Reentry of Friendly LineslAreas. The patrol leader
checks with the small-unit leaders occupying the areas through which the
patrol will depart and return. He ensures that they know about his patrol,
times of its departure and return, and whether or not guides from their
units will be required to lead the patrol through any friendly obstacles,
such as mines or wire.
c. Fire Support. During his briefing with the platoon commander, the
patrol leader finds out what fire support is available to him during the
patrol. He then finds out what artillery and mortar targets have already
been plotted along the routes to and from the objective area and within
the objective area itself. Next, he plans for additional fires (if necessary)
along the patrol's route to the objective area, at the objective area, and
to cover his withdrawal from the objective area back to his unit's position.
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