The purpose of a patrol is to gather information, carry out a destructive, harassing, or security mission. Patrols may range in size form individual to squad size depending on the type of patrol, its mission and distance to the target.

Type of Patrols

Recon – Recon Patrol collects information it relies on stealth and fights only when necessary to accomplish the mission or defend itself. A Recon Patrol is organized into two units.

The Recon Unit maintains surveillance over the objective.
The Security Unit secures the objective, gives early warning to enemy approach and protects the recon unit.

Combat – Combat Patrol is a fighting patrol because the patrol is assigned a mission which may require it to engage the enemy. A Combat Patrol is stronger and more heavily armed than a Recon Patrol. Combat Patrol mission include destroy enemy troops, equipment, or installations; Capture enemy documents, equipment or installations. A Combat Patrol is organized into three units.

The Assault Unit Engages the enemy at the objective.
The Security Unit secures the objective, isolates the objective and covers the withdrawal.
The Support Unit provides supporting fire for the Assault Unit and covering fire for the withdrawal.

Patrol Preparations - While we understand these preparatios are difficult to appply we feel if used they will enhance your play and effectiveness on the field. Follow as many as you can and during team practice add to what you already use. Always strive to improve.

The Mission
Routes to be Followed or Areas to be Avoided
Known or Suspected Enemy Positions
Location of Friendly Troops
Terrain Conditions
Mission of Other Patrols
Time of Departure and Return
Methods of Reporting (see combat orders)
Challenge and Password
Special Instructions from HQ
Check Each Others Equipment
Study the Mission and Field

Day Patrol Maneuvering

The Patrol is dispersed using cover and concealment
Scouts are employed to the front and rear
The Patrol moves so as not to silhouette itself when moving along high ground
Movement is along available covered an concealed routes avoiding exposed areas
Avoid suspected enemy locations
Maintain and even pace, sudden movements attract attention

Night Patrol Maneuvering

Patrol members stay close together
Silent movement is emphasized
Speed is movement is slowed to avoid separation

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