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PLATOON RAID DEFINTITION |
A raid is a limited-objective form of an attack, usually small-scale, involving swift penetration of hostile territory to secure information, confuse the enemy, or destroy installations. A raid always ends with a planned withdrawal to a friendly location upon completion of the mission... |
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Do rifle squads execute Platoon Raids? |
Rifle squads do not execute raids; they participate in a platoon raids. (FM 3-21.8, para 7-137) |
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Purpose of Raids |
To capture enemy soldiers, or destroy enemy equipment, or supplies. To destroy installations, positions, facilities or key points. To harass enemy forces or gain the initiative. To gain intelligence. To rescue friendly personnel. |
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Key Characteristics (4) |
Surprise - Attacking when least expected and from unexpected direction Firepower - Coordinated and concentrated at critical points to achieve fire superiority Violence - Achieved through the use of surprise, coordinated firepower and the extreme aggressiveness of the attacking force Planned Withdrawal - Organized manner maintaining security |
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Elements of the Raid Patrol |
Headquarters Assault Support Security |
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Headquarters Element |
Consists of a platoon leader, platoon sergeant and radio operator and possible forward observer Normally incorporated into other elements e.g. Headquarters element will accompany Assault element |
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Assault Element |
Seize & secure the objective & protect special teams as they accomplish their assigned tasks during actions on the objective Special teams incorporated into Assault element Aid & Litter EPW & Search Demolition Breach Alternate teams should always be designated |
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Support Element |
Support Elements-provides direct fire on the objective to suppress and/or neutralize the enemy |
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Security Elements |
Provides early warning Covers the emplacement & withdrawal of all other elements Isolate the objective from enemy reinforcements or escape |
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Who initiates the Raid? |
The Support Team |
