|
|
|
FM 6-50, MCWP 3-1.6.23 center, and the location of battery commander. It also includes a contingency plan if the BC does not return or report back by a predetermined time or event. Signal: Movement radio frequencies and net control restrictions. Signals for immediate actions at the halt and during movement. b. After being briefed by the BC, the platoon leader or XO briefs the remaining key personnel by using the movement order format in Figure 2-1. 2-12. ROUTE RECONNAISSANCE a. After making a map inspection, planning the the BC is now ready to make a ground reconnaissance. Accompanied by the advance party, the BC or his representative departs on the route reconnaissance. The primary purpose of this reconnaissance is to determine the suitability of the route of the units movement. Items to be analyzed include possible alternate routes, cover, concealment, location of obstacles, likely ambush sites, contaminated areas, route marking requirements, and the time and distance required to traverse the route. b. Once these areas are analyzed, any information considered pertinent should be sent back to the firing unit. Radio traffic must be carefully monitored to ensure that information does not compromise unit reconnaissance, and briefing the necessary personnel, movement. 2-7 |