1st Squad (Reconnaissance): SSG Smith (PLT RTO), SGT Jones (SQD LDR), SPC Lee (TM LDR), PFC Brown (TM LDR), PVT Green (Rifleman), PVT White (Rifleman)
2nd Squad (Security): SGT Davis (SQD LDR), SPC Miller (TM LDR), PFC Wilson (TM LDR), PVT Clark (Rifleman), PVT Baker (Rifleman)
3rd Squad (Support): SGT Taylor (SQD LDR), SPC Johnson (TM LDR), PFC Thomas (TM LDR), PVT Adams (Rifleman), PVT Evans (Rifleman)
Weapons Squad: SSG Williams (SQD LDR), SGT Martin (TM LDR), SPC Lewis (TM LDR), PFC Allen (Gunner), PFC Scott (AG), PVT Walker (Gunner), PVT Hall (AG)
1. Situation
a. Area of Interest: The area of interest includes the land areas and airways of the Atropian provinces of Vetlia, Erdabil, the eastern portion of Agdash, the western portion of Hackzi and the southern part of the Donovian Gilan Province where additional heavy Donovian ground forces are assembling. Refer to Tab B to Appendix 2 to Annex C for the map.
b. Area of Operations: The area of operations includes the land areas and airways of the Atropian province of Vetlia where 1st Platoon will conduct reconnaissance operations. Refer to Tab C to Appendix 2 to Annex C for the map.
c. Terrain: The terrain in Vetlia is characterized by mountainous and hilly areas with steep slopes and narrow valleys. The vegetation is mostly forested with some open fields and orchards. The roads are mostly unpaved and narrow, with some bridges and tunnels. The weather is cold and rainy, with low visibility and high humidity. Refer to Tab A to Appendix 1 to Annex B for the detailed terrain analysis.
d. Weather: The weather in Vetlia is expected to be overcast with occasional rain showers throughout the day. The temperature will range from 40ÂF to 50ÂF, with a wind speed of 10 mph from the north. The visibility will be 3 km during the day and 1 km at night. The cloud cover will be 90%. The precipitation will be 0.5 inches. The weather will have a significant impact on the mobility, observation, and communication of friendly and enemy forces.
e. Enemy Forces: The enemy forces in Vetlia consist of Donovian conventional units supported by local Bilasuvian militias. The main enemy force is the 4th Motorized Rifle Brigade (MRB) located in Gilan Province, which has a strength of about 3,000 personnel and 150 armored vehicles. The MRB is equipped with T-90 tanks, BMP-3 infantry fighting vehicles, BTR-80 armored personnel carriers, 2S19 self-propelled howitzers, SA-13 surface-to-air missiles, AT-14 anti-tank missiles, PKM machine guns, AK-74 rifles, and RPG-7 rocket launchers. The MRB's mission is to secure the northern border of Donovia and prepare for offensive operations against Atropia. The MRB's most likely course of action is to conduct a hasty attack along ASR SEATTLE to seize key terrain in Vetlia and establish a foothold for further operations. The MRB's most dangerous course of action is to conduct a deliberate attack with air and artillery support along ASR SEATTLE and MSR BOSTON to penetrate deep into Vetlia and cut off friendly forces from their lines of communication and supply. Refer to Tab D to Appendix 1 to Annex B for the detailed enemy situation.
f. Friendly Forces: The friendly forces in Vetlia consist of Atropian conventional units supported by US forces. The main friendly force is the 1st Armored Division (1AD) located in Erdabil Province, which has a strength of about 15,000 personnel and 300 armored vehicles. The 1AD is equipped with M1A2 Abrams tanks, M2A3 Bradley infantry fighting vehicles, M113 armored personnel carriers, M109A6 Paladin self-propelled howitzers, M270A1 multiple launch rocket systems, Patriot surface-to-air missiles, Javelin anti-tank missiles, M240B machine guns, M4 carbines, and M136 AT4 rocket launchers. The 1AD's mission is to defend the southern border of Atropia and deter Donovian aggression. The 1AD's commander's intent is to conduct a defense in depth along the Vetlia-Erdabil line and deny the enemy access to key terrain and infrastructure in Vetlia. The 1AD's concept of operations is to employ three brigade combat teams (BCTs) in a linear defense along the Vetlia-Erdabil line, with one BCT in reserve. The 1AD's scheme of maneuver is to assign each BCT a sector of responsibility and a series of battle positions and strong points. The 1AD's fire support plan is to provide direct and indirect fires to support the BCTs' defensive operations and disrupt the enemy's advance. The 1AD's air defense plan is to provide short-range and medium-range air defense coverage to protect the BCTs from enemy air threats. The 1AD's engineer plan is to improve the BCTs' defensive positions and obstacles and provide mobility and countermobility support. The 1AD's sustainment plan is to provide logistics, maintenance, medical, and personnel services to the BCTs through forward support battalions (FSBs) and brigade support battalions (BSBs). Refer to Tab E to Appendix 2 to Annex C for the detailed friendly situation.
g. Attachments and Detachments: None.
2. Mission
1st Platoon conducts zone reconnaissance along ASR SEATTLE from PL BLUE to PL RED NLT H+3 in order to provide updated information on enemy activity and terrain conditions for 1st BCT.
3. Execution
a. Commander's Intent: The purpose of this mission is to provide timely and accurate information on enemy activity and terrain conditions along ASR SEATTLE for 1st BCT. The end state is that 1st Platoon has successfully reconnoitered ASR SEATTLE from PL BLUE to PL RED without being detected or compromised by the enemy, and has reported all relevant information to higher headquarters.
b. Concept of Operations: 1st Platoon will conduct zone reconnaissance along ASR SEATTLE from PL BLUE to PL RED using a combination of mounted and dismounted techniques. The platoon will be organized into three elements: reconnaissance, security, and support. The reconnaissance element will consist of 1st Squad, which will be responsible for conducting the reconnaissance along ASR SEATTLE. The security element will consist of 2nd Squad, which will be responsible for providing security for the reconnaissance element and establishing observation posts (OPs) along ASR SEATTLE. The support element will consist of 3rd Squad and Weapons Squad, which will be responsible for providing fire support, casualty evacuation (CASEVAC), resupply, and maintenance for the platoon.
The platoon will conduct the following tasks:
Task 1: Move from ORP ALPHA to RP BRAVO along Route BLACK NLT H-Hour.
Task 2: Conduct reconnaissance along ASR SEATTLE from PL BLUE to PL RED using mounted and dismounted techniques NLT H+3.
Task 3: Report all information on enemy activity and terrain conditions along ASR SEATTLE using SALUTE reports.
Task 4: Return to ORP ALPHA along Route BLACK NLT H+4.
c. Tasks to Subordinate Units:
1st Squad:
Conduct reconnaissance along ASR SEATTLE from PL BLUE to PL RED using mounted and dismounted techniques NLT H+3.
ASR SEATTLE using SALUTE reports.
Maintain communication with the platoon leader and the security element.
Use stealth and cover to avoid detection and engagement by the enemy.
Use the following priority intelligence requirements (PIRs) to guide the reconnaissance:
PIR 1: What is the size, composition, disposition, activity, and location of enemy forces along ASR SEATTLE?
PIR 2: What are the terrain features, obstacles, key terrain, and avenues of approach along ASR SEATTLE?
PIR 3: What are the civil considerations, such as population, infrastructure, and cultural factors, along ASR SEATTLE?
2nd Squad:
Provide security for the reconnaissance element and establish OPs along ASR SEATTLE NLT H+3.
Report any enemy contact or significant activity using SALUTE reports.
Maintain communication with the platoon leader and the reconnaissance element.
Use concealment and camouflage to avoid detection and engagement by the enemy.
Use the following named areas of interest (NAIs) to guide the security:
NAI 1: Bridge over River X at grid 12345678.
NAI 2: Tunnel under Hill Y at grid 23456789.
NAI 3: Village Z at grid 34567890.
3rd Squad:
Provide fire support, CASEVAC, resupply, and maintenance for the platoon NLT H+4.
Maintain communication with the platoon leader and the other elements.
Use cover and dispersion to avoid detection and engagement by the enemy.
Use the following fire support tasks to guide the support:
FST 1: Suppress enemy fire at NAI 1 on order from the platoon leader.
FST 2: Destroy enemy vehicles at NAI 2 on order from the platoon leader.
FST 3: Neutralize enemy personnel at NAI 3 on order from the platoon leader.
Weapons Squad:
Provide fire support, CASEVAC, resupply, and maintenance for the platoon NLT H+4.
Maintain communication with the platoon leader and the other elements.
Use cover and dispersion to avoid detection and engagement by the enemy.
Use the following fire support tasks to guide the support:
FST 4: Provide direct fires to support FST 1, FST 2, and FST 3 on order from the platoon leader.
FST 5: Provide indirect fires to support FST 1, FST 2, and FST 3 on order from the platoon leader.
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d. Coordinating Instructions:
Timeline:
H-Hour: 0600.
H+1: 1st Platoon reaches RP BRAVO.
H+2: 1st Platoon reaches PL BLUE.
H+3: 1st Platoon completes reconnaissance along ASR SEATTLE and reaches PL RED.
H+4: 1st Platoon returns to ORP ALPHA.
Command and Control Measures:
ORP ALPHA: Grid 45678901.
RP BRAVO: Grid 56789012.
Route BLACK: From ORP ALPHA to RP BRAVO.
ASR SEATTLE: From PL BLUE to PL RED.
PL BLUE: Grid 67890123.
PL RED: Grid 78901234.
Rules of Engagement (ROE):
The platoon will follow the ROE as stated in Tab A to Appendix 3 to Annex C.
The platoon will use minimum force necessary to accomplish the mission and protect itself.
The platoon will avoid collateral damage and civilian casualties.
The platoon will report any violations of the ROE to higher headquarters.
Risk Management:
The platoon will follow the risk management measures as stated in Tab B to Appendix 3 to Annex C.
The platoon will conduct a risk assessment before, during, and after the mission.
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The platoon will report any incidents or accidents to higher headquarters.
4. Sustainment
a. Logistics: The platoon will be self-sufficient for the duration of the mission. The platoon will carry enough food, water, ammunition, fuel, and medical supplies to sustain itself for 24 hours. The platoon will request additional supplies from the company FSB as needed. The platoon will conduct resupply operations at ORP ALPHA before and after the mission.
b. Personnel: The platoon will maintain accountability of all personnel and equipment throughout the mission. The platoon will report any casualties or missing personnel to higher headquarters. The platoon will conduct CASEVAC operations using the support element and the company FSB as needed. The platoon will conduct personnel recovery operations using the security element and the company QRF as needed.
c. Maintenance: The platoon will conduct preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) on all vehicles and equipment before and after the mission. The platoon will report any maintenance issues or damage to higher headquarters. The platoon will conduct recovery operations using the support element and the company FSB as needed.
5. Command and Signal
a. Command: The platoon leader is in charge of the mission. The platoon leader will be located with the reconnaissance element. The platoon sergeant is the second in command of the mission. The platoon sergeant will be located with the support element. The chain of command is as follows:
Platoon Leader: 1LT Smith.
Platoon Sergeant: SFC Jones.
1st Squad Leader: SGT Davis.
2nd Squad Leader: SGT Taylor.
3rd Squad Leader: SGT Wilson.
Weapons Squad Leader: SSG Williams.
b. Signal: The platoon will use the following communication systems and frequencies for the mission:
Platoon Net: SINCGARS FM, Freq 30.00 MHz, Call Sign Bravo 1.
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Battalion Net: SINCGARS FM, Freq 50.00 MHz, Call Sign Bravo 66.
Emergency Net: SINCGARS FM, Freq 60.00 MHz, Call Sign Bravo 9.
The platoon will use the following reports and formats for the mission:
SALUTE Report: Size, Activity, Location, Unit, Time, Equipment.
SPOT Report: Situation, Position, Observation, Target.
MEDEVAC Report: Line 1: Location, Line 2: Call Sign and Frequency, Line 3: Number of Patients by Precedence, Line 4: Special Equipment Required, Line 5: Number of Patients by Type, Line 6: Security at Pickup Site, Line 7: Method of Marking Pickup Site, Line 8: Patient Nationality and Status, Line 9: NBC Contamination.
SITREP Report: Line 1: Unit Identification and Location, Line 2: Time of Report, Line 3: Mission and Current Situation, Line 4: Enemy Situation and Activity, Line 5: Friendly Situation and Activity, Line 6: Terrain and Weather Conditions, Line 7: Logistics Status, Line 8: Personnel Status, Line 9: Communications Status, Line 10: Commander's Assessment and Recommendations.
The platoon will use the following call signs and brevity codes for the mission:
Platoon Leader: Bravo 1 Actual.
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1st Squad Leader: Bravo 1 Alpha.
2nd Squad Leader: Bravo 1 Bravo.
3rd Squad Leader: Bravo 1 Delta.
Weapons Squad Leader: Bravo 1 Echo.
Company Commander: Bravo 6 Actual.
Battalion Commander: Bravo 66 Actual.
FSB Commander: Bravo 9 Actual.
QRF Commander: Bravo 7 Actual.
Break: Pause in transmission.
Copy: Acknowledge receipt of message.
Over: End of transmission, response expected.
Out: End of transmission, no response expected.
Roger: Understand message.
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Wilco: Will comply with message.
Contact: Engaged or about to engage the enemy.
Lost Contact: Lost sight or communication with the enemy.
Bingo: Low on fuel or ammunition.
Blackjack: Mission accomplished.
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